How the Brain Changes During PregnancyNeuroscientific research is increasingly acknowledging the importance of studying female subjects, particularly in the context of pregnancy.
Gender bias might be working at level of whole disciplinesGender bias may affect entire research fields, not just individual applications, influencing funding and performance evaluation negatively as female representation increases.
She was right and they were wrong': the female astronomers hidden by science's male eliteCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin revolutionized astronomy by proving stars are mostly hydrogen and helium, overcoming significant gender-based opposition.
Marie Curie: Mentor to Women or Martyr to Science?Marie Curie's achievements have paved a complex path for women in science, raising standards and expectations that continue to challenge future generations.
How the Brain Changes During PregnancyNeuroscientific research is increasingly acknowledging the importance of studying female subjects, particularly in the context of pregnancy.
Gender bias might be working at level of whole disciplinesGender bias may affect entire research fields, not just individual applications, influencing funding and performance evaluation negatively as female representation increases.
She was right and they were wrong': the female astronomers hidden by science's male eliteCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin revolutionized astronomy by proving stars are mostly hydrogen and helium, overcoming significant gender-based opposition.
Marie Curie: Mentor to Women or Martyr to Science?Marie Curie's achievements have paved a complex path for women in science, raising standards and expectations that continue to challenge future generations.
A Fungi Pioneer's Lifelong Work on ExhibitMary Elizabeth Banning made significant contributions to mycology in Maryland despite her work being overlooked for nearly a century.
Aging Women's Brain Mysteries Are Tested in Trio of StudiesWomen's brains age more slowly than men's, showing potential for cognitive advantages in older age.
Who Discovered the Cause of Down Syndrome?Marthe Gautier discovered the genetic basis of Down syndrome but was overshadowed by a male colleague who claimed credit for her work.
Aging Women's Brain Mysteries Are Tested in Trio of StudiesWomen's brains age more slowly than men's, showing potential for cognitive advantages in older age.
Who Discovered the Cause of Down Syndrome?Marthe Gautier discovered the genetic basis of Down syndrome but was overshadowed by a male colleague who claimed credit for her work.
Against the odds: 12 women who beat bias to succeed in scienceThe segregation of toilets in workplaces symbolized broader inequalities faced by women in science.Women pioneers like Lise Meitner and Lucy Slater challenged societal norms despite gender-based obstacles.
Where in the world the women scientists areWomen's participation in science has increased but varies across countries. Women remain underrepresented in mathematics, engineering, and senior positions.
Against the odds: 12 women who beat bias to succeed in scienceThe segregation of toilets in workplaces symbolized broader inequalities faced by women in science.Women pioneers like Lise Meitner and Lucy Slater challenged societal norms despite gender-based obstacles.
Where in the world the women scientists areWomen's participation in science has increased but varies across countries. Women remain underrepresented in mathematics, engineering, and senior positions.
Weese-Mayer Honored with 2025 Stern Award - News CenterDebra E. Weese-Mayer, MD, receives the 2025 Paula H. Stern Award for her pioneering work in pediatric autonomic medicine.
To Develop Tamoxifen, Dora Richardson Took Her Research UndergroundDora Richardson's secret research led to the successful development of tamoxifen, transforming breast cancer treatment and saving countless lives.
Weese-Mayer Honored with 2025 Stern Award - News CenterDebra E. Weese-Mayer, MD, receives the 2025 Paula H. Stern Award for her pioneering work in pediatric autonomic medicine.
To Develop Tamoxifen, Dora Richardson Took Her Research UndergroundDora Richardson's secret research led to the successful development of tamoxifen, transforming breast cancer treatment and saving countless lives.
The Untold Story of Marie Curie's Network of Female ScientistsMarie Curie's legacy extends beyond her scientific achievements; she inspired and mentored many women in science, paving the way for future generations.
Women in Science: Polar Geophysics Researcher Caitlin D. LockeCaitlin Locke emphasizes the importance of mentorship for women in STEM, especially in balancing careers and motherhood.
Women in Science: Extreme Heat Researcher Casey IvanovichCasey Ivanovich became inspired to pursue science through high school teaching, now works at NASA studying climate extremes, and advocates for women in science.
The Untold Story of Marie Curie's Network of Female ScientistsMarie Curie's legacy extends beyond her scientific achievements; she inspired and mentored many women in science, paving the way for future generations.
Women in Science: Polar Geophysics Researcher Caitlin D. LockeCaitlin Locke emphasizes the importance of mentorship for women in STEM, especially in balancing careers and motherhood.
Women in Science: Extreme Heat Researcher Casey IvanovichCasey Ivanovich became inspired to pursue science through high school teaching, now works at NASA studying climate extremes, and advocates for women in science.
Joanne Chory obituary: biologist who discovered the genetic origin of light-induced plant growthJoanne Chory's work in molecular plant biology and carbon sequestration has significantly impacted climate change solutions.
Celebrating the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in ScienceInternational Day of Women and Girls in Science highlights women's challenges in STEM and their contributions toward sustainability.
Women in Science: Air Quality and Climate Change Researcher Garima RahejaRaheja is driven by personal experiences of pollution and wildfires to confront climate change through research and technology.
Celebrating Women in Science: Volcano Researcher Ally PecciaAlly Peccia integrates science and art, focusing on volcanic gases and their climate interactions while advocating for women in science.
Joanne Chory obituary: biologist who discovered the genetic origin of light-induced plant growthJoanne Chory's work in molecular plant biology and carbon sequestration has significantly impacted climate change solutions.
Celebrating the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in ScienceInternational Day of Women and Girls in Science highlights women's challenges in STEM and their contributions toward sustainability.
Women in Science: Air Quality and Climate Change Researcher Garima RahejaRaheja is driven by personal experiences of pollution and wildfires to confront climate change through research and technology.
Celebrating Women in Science: Volcano Researcher Ally PecciaAlly Peccia integrates science and art, focusing on volcanic gases and their climate interactions while advocating for women in science.
Virologist Wendy Barclay: Wild avian viruses are mixing up their genetics all the time. It's like viral sex on steroids'Wendy Barclay's journey in virology emphasizes the significance of mentorship and representation for women in science.
PhD parents: the pros and cons of having a child during your doctorateNavigating parenthood in academia involves unique challenges, but researchers can find personal paths that suit their circumstances.
Why is there a citations gender gap in Indian materials science?The gender gap in materials science research in India is significant and growing, with systemic bias affecting women's citation impact and representation.
Study of biologists quitting academia reveals hidden gender gapsFemale scientists quit academic publishing earlier than male counterparts, despite equal representation in certain disciplines.
Meet the Latina scientists advancing health and policyWomen face significant challenges in STEM fields in Latin America, with less than half of the research workforce being female.
Why is there a citations gender gap in Indian materials science?The gender gap in materials science research in India is significant and growing, with systemic bias affecting women's citation impact and representation.
Study of biologists quitting academia reveals hidden gender gapsFemale scientists quit academic publishing earlier than male counterparts, despite equal representation in certain disciplines.
Meet the Latina scientists advancing health and policyWomen face significant challenges in STEM fields in Latin America, with less than half of the research workforce being female.
Royal rhinos, knitted wombs and anal surgery - Versailles comes to the Science MuseumScience flourished in France during the monarchy, marked by both impressive achievements and ethical dilemmas surrounding experimentation on the underprivileged.
An Incredible Story of Scientific Questing, Botany and Danger on the Colorado RiverThe expedition of Elzada Clover and Louis Jotter in 1938 significantly advanced our understanding of the Grand Canyon's plant life amidst societal challenges.
I couldn't admit I was afraid': biologist Tina Morris on her fight to save the bald eagleTina Morris overcame her fear of heights to successfully nurture bald eagle chicks, contributing to the species' conservation and her own personal growth.
Carolyn Beatrice Parker's Work on the Manhattan Project Inspired Her Birthplace Generations LaterCarolyn Parker's significant contributions as a physicist during WWII were posthumously honored by renaming an elementary school in her hometown.
Science pioneer urges her fellow women to reach for the starsCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin's groundbreaking contributions to astronomy were historically overlooked, and her story reveals the challenges faced by women in science.
This Human Computer' Created a System for Measuring Vast Distances in Our UniverseAnna Von Mertens's exploration highlights Henrietta Swan Leavitt's groundbreaking contributions to astronomy through meticulous observations and the development of a distance-measuring system.
Science pioneer urges her fellow women to reach for the starsCecilia Payne-Gaposchkin's groundbreaking contributions to astronomy were historically overlooked, and her story reveals the challenges faced by women in science.
This Human Computer' Created a System for Measuring Vast Distances in Our UniverseAnna Von Mertens's exploration highlights Henrietta Swan Leavitt's groundbreaking contributions to astronomy through meticulous observations and the development of a distance-measuring system.
The Elements of Marie Curie by Dava Sobel review the great scientist who created her own schoolMarie Curie's achievements showcased her brilliance despite a toxic societal glass ceiling, inspiring future generations.
The Poetic Lives of Lost Women of Math and ScienceWomen scientists' stories are often neglected; poems can offer a unique perspective on their lives and work.
The Elements of Marie Curie by Dava Sobel review the great scientist who created her own schoolMarie Curie's achievements showcased her brilliance despite a toxic societal glass ceiling, inspiring future generations.
The Poetic Lives of Lost Women of Math and ScienceWomen scientists' stories are often neglected; poems can offer a unique perspective on their lives and work.
To understand physics, we need to tell - and hear - stories | Aeon EssaysC P Snow's 'The Two Cultures' emphasizes the overlapping goals of science and literature in understanding reality.
Texas foundation petitions to amend endowment fund languageTexas foundation seeks to redefine scholarship criteria amidst anti-DEI legislation.UTRGV backs amendment to keep scholarship focused on biology graduates.
Podcast: The Devil in the Details, Chapter One: The Doctor Who Said No to ThalidomideFrances Oldham Kelsey refused to approve thalidomide despite pressure, prioritizing safety and integrity over expediency in drug regulation.
College Student, 21, Is Youngest to Cross Karman line: Space | EntrepreneurKarsen Kitchen became the youngest woman to cross the Kármán line in space, inspiring future generations.
In Early Science Journalism, These Women Were Writing for Their LivesWomen significantly contributed to early science journalism despite facing societal challenges.
Maxine Singer obituary: biologist who shaped genetic engineering and fought discriminationMaxine Singer contributed significantly to the development of genetic engineering and was a key advocate for dialogue between scientists and society.
I'm a Palestinian scientist building a more inclusive futureRana Dajani's journey from challenges to achievements in promoting diversity and supporting women in science.
Inside the Wild and Wonderful Gardens of the Early Botanists in Ecological RestorationThe history of ecological restoration dates back further than the 1980s, uncovering the contributions of early female botanists in the early 20th century.