A shockingly low percentage of women scientists are appointed to governing bodies and leading academic institutions, according to a new report.
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DEADLINE PASSED: Nominate a Trailblazer for Our ‘Cutting-Edge Women in Science’ List
If you’re a member of the scientific community, tell us who deserves the spotlight. Deadline: Sept. 15.
Dr. Sally Ride, the Queer Woman Icon Who Was Never Allowed to Be One
As a new National Geographic documentary highlights, the history-making astronaut was never given space in homophobic American society to feel comfortable living as her true self.
Do Clouds Contribute to Climate Change? This Scientist Wants to Find Out
At Columbia University, Juliet Pilewskie is studying how clouds and the environment exchange energy, a longtime mystery.
Investigating Extreme Heat in Salt Lake City
In Utah, Heather Holmes is working on better forecasting models, especially when heat waves mix with wildfire smoke in rural communities.
Beyond Fire and Smoke, Wildfires Might Just Spread Disease, Too
In California, Onja Davidson Raoelison is studying how extreme events like wildfires may spread pathogens through the water and air, a potential threat to human health.
The Founder of Afghanistan’s First All-Girls Coding School
Fereshteh Forough opened Afghanistan’s first coding school for girls and women – but the Taliban’s ban on education prevents students from learning in-person.
Inviting Girls to Code the Characters They Want to See In Games
The new platform Girls Who Code Girls allows girls to create avatars that reflect themselves outside of the male gaze.
She’ll Be the First Indigenous Woman to Take to the Stars
NASA astronaut Nicole Aunapu Mann is set to fly to space this week with SpaceX’s Crew-5 mission.
RIP ‘Star Trek’s’ Nichelle Nichols, Pioneer for Representation
The actress and activist passed away, but her legacy lives on among women on-screen – and women in STEM.
Women in STEM to Get Life-Sized Orange Statues Outside Smithsonian
A sprawling new exhibit will showcase inspiring women making a mark in science-related fields.
NASA Astronaut to Be First Black Woman on Extended Space Mission
Once she launches, Jessica Watkins will photograph the Earth’s surface and conduct a host of scientific studies.
Apply for $25,000 Award for Women in Science Working on Water Crisis
The Story Exchange will award $5,000 incentive prizes to 5 female scientists addressing climate change. NOTE: Application deadline is now closed.
Listen to ‘Ugly Sexist AI’ Podcast
Yes, artificial intelligence has incredible potential. But it’s also reproducing all the gender bias and inequality that currently exists in the world. (Part 1)
This New PBS Documentary Shines a Light on an Unsung Woman Hero
Similar to ‘Hidden Figures,’ the story of history-making cryptanalyst Elizebeth Smith has gone largely untold.