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Trailer: 'Rule Breakers' will bring Afghanistan's first-ever girls' robotics team to the big screen on March 7

The Afghan Girls Robotics Team's story showcases resilience in the face of cultural and political adversity.

'Maybe I was never meant to be in science': how imposter syndrome seizes scientist mothers

Women in Latin America face challenges balancing family and career in academia.
Penalization of women for having children impacts their career progression.

Trailer: 'Rule Breakers' will bring Afghanistan's first-ever girls' robotics team to the big screen on March 7

The Afghan Girls Robotics Team's story showcases resilience in the face of cultural and political adversity.

'Maybe I was never meant to be in science': how imposter syndrome seizes scientist mothers

Women in Latin America face challenges balancing family and career in academia.
Penalization of women for having children impacts their career progression.
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How South Korea can support female research leaders

Inequitable access to research funding and leadership hinders women's participation in South Korean science.

Why I'm challenging Brazil's gender norms for my daughter

Gender inequality in Brazilian science persists despite a majority of female students; women are under-represented in faculty roles.

Opinion | A Simple Act of Defiance Can Improve Science for Women

Women scientists face challenges balancing career and motherhood, leading many to leave full-time work after having children.

How South Korea can support female research leaders

Inequitable access to research funding and leadership hinders women's participation in South Korean science.

Why I'm challenging Brazil's gender norms for my daughter

Gender inequality in Brazilian science persists despite a majority of female students; women are under-represented in faculty roles.

Opinion | A Simple Act of Defiance Can Improve Science for Women

Women scientists face challenges balancing career and motherhood, leading many to leave full-time work after having children.
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Why Pearl Young needed to 'raise hell' during NASA's early days

Pearl Young's pioneering role in NACA showcased her advocacy for women in STEM, paving the way for future generations.

How a biochemistry department used redacted job applications to achieve gender parity

Effective diversity initiatives in academic hiring can significantly impact gender representation, as exemplified by Sherri Christian's efforts in her department.
#education

Caltech's latest STEM breakthrough: Most of its new students are women

Caltech's commitment to increasing female representation in STEM has resulted in a milestone where women make up half of the incoming undergraduate class.

I became the semiconductor industry's first female CEO after being a broke, single mom in a trailer park. Here's how I did it

Adaptability and education are critical for overcoming economic hardship and discrimination.

Caltech's latest STEM breakthrough: Most of its new students are women

Caltech's commitment to increasing female representation in STEM has resulted in a milestone where women make up half of the incoming undergraduate class.

I became the semiconductor industry's first female CEO after being a broke, single mom in a trailer park. Here's how I did it

Adaptability and education are critical for overcoming economic hardship and discrimination.
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A Woman Architect in the Mad Men Era: The Story of Natalie De Blois

Natalie De Blois was a pioneering architect whose work paved the way for women in architecture, challenging gender norms from a young age.

There's a lot to be built still': architect Mariam Issoufou on excavating the past to build Africa's future

Mariam Issoufou transformed her career from software engineering to becoming a leading architect in Africa, emphasizing local materials and pragmatism in her designs.

A Woman Architect in the Mad Men Era: The Story of Natalie De Blois

Natalie De Blois was a pioneering architect whose work paved the way for women in architecture, challenging gender norms from a young age.

There's a lot to be built still': architect Mariam Issoufou on excavating the past to build Africa's future

Mariam Issoufou transformed her career from software engineering to becoming a leading architect in Africa, emphasizing local materials and pragmatism in her designs.
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Alumni offer advice on career paths, community building | Cornell Chronicle

Danya Contreras transitioned from engineering to pursue a medical career, demonstrating perseverance and commitment to her true calling.

'Godmother' of AI wants everyone to have a place in the tech transformation

Fei-Fei Li embraces her role in AI to inspire women in STEM despite discomfort with her 'godmother' title.
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Once hidden figures,' now Congressional Gold Medal recipients

Congress awarded Congressional Gold Medals to Black female mathematicians for their crucial roles in NASA's history, recognizing their previously unsung contributions.

NASA's 'Hidden Figures' awarded Congressional Gold Medals for pioneering space work

NASA's Hidden Figures were awarded Congressional Gold Medals for their pivotal roles in space exploration, paving the way for future generations.

Once hidden figures,' now Congressional Gold Medal recipients

Congress awarded Congressional Gold Medals to Black female mathematicians for their crucial roles in NASA's history, recognizing their previously unsung contributions.

NASA's 'Hidden Figures' awarded Congressional Gold Medals for pioneering space work

NASA's Hidden Figures were awarded Congressional Gold Medals for their pivotal roles in space exploration, paving the way for future generations.
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Women in tech groups 'can't run on inspiration alone'

Women in STEM initiatives are facing critical funding shortages, threatening their survival and impact.
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Youngest woman makes space history on Blue Origin's space flight

Karsen Kitchen realized her dream of space travel, becoming the youngest woman to cross the Karman Line.
Kitchen aims to inspire young women to pursue careers in space.

Celebrating Women in Science: Sari Blakeley

Sari Blakeley's perspective on science shifted to embrace interdisciplinary approaches.
She credits inspiring women for her career success and aims to support upcoming generations.

Youngest woman makes space history on Blue Origin's space flight

Karsen Kitchen realized her dream of space travel, becoming the youngest woman to cross the Karman Line.
Kitchen aims to inspire young women to pursue careers in space.

Celebrating Women in Science: Sari Blakeley

Sari Blakeley's perspective on science shifted to embrace interdisciplinary approaches.
She credits inspiring women for her career success and aims to support upcoming generations.
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We can now watch Grace Hopper's famed 1982 lecture on YouTube

Grace Hopper revolutionized computer programming by advocating for English-based programming languages, making technology more accessible to a broader audience.

This Researcher is on a Crusade to Correct Wikipedia's Gender Imbalance

Jess Wade focuses on updating Wikipedia pages for women in STEM to celebrate their achievements and ensure accurate representation.

Women inventors rise

Women's participation in scientific patents has increased since 2000, but a significant gender gap persists in inventions.
In biotech, fewer women inventors have led to a shortage of health products for women.

University chancellor says she is an accidental trailblazer' for women in Stem

Anne-Marie Imafidon, a STEM advocate, becomes Chancellor at Glasgow Caledonian University, emphasizing the common good and women's participation in STEM.
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