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Study sheds light on what it takes for women to succeed – or not – in science in Africa

Our study found that seeing other women working in these fields was a significant factor in influencing their choice to be in STEM.

The Conversationby The Conversation
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Indonesian scientists still struggle to include gender and minority perspectives in research

A lack of awareness stems from long-existing systemic challenges faced by Indonesia’s research community.

The Conversationby The Conversation
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Confrontation may reduce prejudice in white people, according to new study

Being made aware of unconsious bias may be an effective tool in combating racism, a new study indicates.

by Cheryl
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Study suggests normalizing diversity & inclusion makes people more tolerant

Verbalizing support for a diverse community may create more awareness and help close racial gaps in education, according to a new study out of the University...

by Cheryl
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Say what? Study finds women less likely to comment on research authored by men

When we talk about barriers women in STEM face, the focus is often on gender pay disparities or instances of outright sexism. But there’s a steadily-mounting pile...

by Cheryl
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Trouble keeping goals? New study says to keep your eye on the prize

Goals: They can be easy to set but hard to keep. Now, a new study led by scientists at Queen Mary University of London provides clues...

by Cheryl
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Study: General public finds scientific jargon discouraging

Vigilance decrement.  Laparoscopy. Are you still focused? If not, you aren’t alone.  When members of the general public are exposed to scientific jargon they’re...

by Cheryl
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Publicly sharing your goals may make you more likely to succeed

Maybe Lil Wayne was wrong: it turns out real Gs don’t always move in silence. Publicly sharing your goals may help an individual work through...

by Cheryl
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Study: Women need to be likable, but men don’t

But is she likable? A new study finds that women have to act nice to get ahead, but in most situations, men don’t. That’s...

by Cheryl
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‘Paradox of power’: Women in leadership roles face more sexual harassment than others

IMAGE: Johanna Rickne, Professor of Economics at Stockholm University. Courtesy: Magnus Bergström/Wallenbergstiftelserna A higher status in a company does not insulate against sexual harassment, according...

by Cheryl
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New study provides insight on how to overcome loneliness

Humans are social creatures, but several studies show an increasing number of people struggles with loneliness. This is especially true for minorities: A 2019 report...

by Cheryl
Education Studies

Impostor syndrome may be more pronounced among first-gen students

The competitive nature of some STEM programs fuel impostor syndrome in academia and this is especially true for first-generation (FG) students, according to a recent...

by Cheryl
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