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3 weeks ago

'SALLY' uncovers the hidden personal side of pioneering astronaut

"SALLY" explores the life of astronaut Sally Ride, revealing her legacy and personal relationships, particularly highlighting her 27-year relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy.

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 weeks ago

Roam Research

The woman unlocking the mysteries of the deep sea in Fiji

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fromState of the Planet

3 weeks ago

Chipping Away at the Ice Ceiling: Women Scientists Explore Nepal's Ponkar Glacier

The Women on Ice expedition aims to empower women in cryosphere science while addressing climate change impacts on Himalayan glaciers.

#nasa

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NASA astronaut Kathryn Thornton: All the progress we've made over the past 70 years is in peril'

Kathryn Thornton represents a pivotal shift in NASA's space exploration, advocating for diversity and innovation.

fromState of the Planet

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Women in Science: Extreme Heat Researcher Casey Ivanovich

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NASA astronaut Kathryn Thornton: All the progress we've made over the past 70 years is in peril'

Kathryn Thornton represents a pivotal shift in NASA's space exploration, advocating for diversity and innovation.

fromState of the Planet

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Women in Science: Extreme Heat Researcher Casey Ivanovich

more#nasa

fromBusiness Matters

Details Matter: The Life and Work of Donna Matuizek

I've always paid attention to details. That's where the truth is. That's where the mistakes hide.

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fromNew York Post

Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez pose in their space suits as they prepare for Blue Origin flight

Katy Perry and an all-female crew are set to make a glam statement in space using custom-designed flight suits.

How the Brain Changes During Pregnancy

Neuroscientific research is increasingly acknowledging the importance of studying female subjects, particularly in the context of pregnancy.

fromNature

Gender bias might be working at level of whole disciplines

Gender bias may affect entire research fields, not just individual applications, influencing funding and performance evaluation negatively as female representation increases.

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fromPsychology Today

How the Brain Changes During Pregnancy

Neuroscientific research is increasingly acknowledging the importance of studying female subjects, particularly in the context of pregnancy.

fromNature

Gender bias might be working at level of whole disciplines

Gender bias may affect entire research fields, not just individual applications, influencing funding and performance evaluation negatively as female representation increases.

more#gender-bias

fromwww.nytimes.com

2 months ago

A Fungi Pioneer's Lifelong Work on Exhibit

Mary Elizabeth Banning, a self-taught mycologist, conducted transformative research on fungi in Maryland, documenting new species and creating exquisite watercolor illustrations for her manuscript.

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Aging Women's Brain Mysteries Are Tested in Trio of Studies

Women's brains age more slowly than men's, showing potential for cognitive advantages in older age.

Science

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.

Women

fromwww.nytimes.com

2 months ago

Aging Women's Brain Mysteries Are Tested in Trio of Studies

Women's brains age more slowly than men's, showing potential for cognitive advantages in older age.

Science

Who Discovered the Cause of Down Syndrome?

Against the odds: 12 women who beat bias to succeed in science

The 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.

Medicine

fromNews Center

Weese-Mayer Honored with 2025 Stern Award - News Center

Debra E. Weese-Mayer, MD, receives the 2025 Paula H. Stern Award for her pioneering work in pediatric autonomic medicine.

Meet the Latina scientists advancing health and policy

Women face significant challenges in STEM fields in Latin America, with less than half of the research workforce being female.

Writing

In Early Science Journalism, These Women Were Writing for Their Lives

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fromNature

5 months ago

Meet the Latina scientists advancing health and policy

Women face significant challenges in STEM fields in Latin America, with less than half of the research workforce being female.

Writing

In Early Science Journalism, These Women Were Writing for Their Lives

more#stem

5 months ago

An Incredible Story of Scientific Questing, Botany and Danger on the Colorado River

"Their journey in 1938 along the Colorado River was unprecedented, as they faced daunting rapids and uncharted territories, challenging societal norms and misconceptions about women's capabilities in science."

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