Women Changing Science
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Women Changing Science
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Author : Mary Morse
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2008-01-07
Women Changing Science written by Mary Morse and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-07 with Science categories.
An eye-opening and honest look at the enduring sexism within the scientific community and what women are doing to change it.
Headstrong
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Author : Rachel Swaby
language : en
Publisher: Crown
Release Date : 2015-04-07
Headstrong written by Rachel Swaby and has been published by Crown this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-04-07 with Science categories.
Fifty-two inspiring and insightful profiles of history’s brightest female scientists. “Rachel Swaby’s no-nonsense and needed Headstrong dynamically profiles historically overlooked female visionaries in science, technology, engineering, and math.”—Elle In 2013, the New York Times published an obituary for Yvonne Brill. It began: “She made a mean beef stroganoff, followed her husband from job to job, and took eight years off from work to raise three children.” It wasn’t until the second paragraph that readers discovered why the Times had devoted several hundred words to her life: Brill was a brilliant rocket scientist who invented a propulsion system to keep communications satellites in orbit, and had recently been awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation. Among the questions the obituary—and consequent outcry—prompted were, Who are the role models for today’s female scientists, and where can we find the stories that cast them in their true light? Headstrong delivers a powerful, global, and engaging response. Covering Nobel Prize winners and major innovators, as well as lesser-known but hugely significant scientists who influence our every day, Rachel Swaby’s vibrant profiles span centuries of courageous thinkers and illustrate how each one’s ideas developed, from their first moment of scientific engagement through the research and discovery for which they’re best known. This fascinating tour reveals 52 women at their best—while encouraging and inspiring a new generation of girls to put on their lab coats.
Ten Women Who Changed Science And The World
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Author : Catherine Whitlock
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2019-02-07
Ten Women Who Changed Science And The World written by Catherine Whitlock and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-02-07 with Science categories.
'These minibiographies of women who persisted will move anyone with an avid curiosity about the world.' Publishers Weekly With a foreword by Athene Donald, Professor of Experimental Physics, University of Cambridge and Master of Churchill College. Ten Women Who Changed Science tells the moving stories of the physicists, biologists, chemists, astronomers and doctors who helped to shape our world with their extraordinary breakthroughs and inventions, and outlines their remarkable achievements. These scientists overcame significant obstacles, often simply because they were women. Their science and their lives were driven by personal tragedies and shaped by seismic world events. What drove these remarkable women to cure previously incurable diseases, disprove existing theories or discover new sources of energy? Some were rewarded with the Nobel Prize for their pioneering achievements -Madame Curie, twice - others were not and, even if they had been, many are still not the household names they should be. Despite living during periods when the contribution of women was disregarded, if not ignored, these resilient women persevered with their research, whether creating life-saving drugs or expanding our knowledge of the cosmos. By daring to ask 'How?' and 'Why?' and persevering against all odds, each of these women, in a variety of ways, has helped to make the world a better place. The scientists are: Henrietta Leavitt (United States, Astronomy); Lise Meitner (Austria, Physics); Chien-Shiung Wu (United States, Physics); Marie Curie (France, Chemistry); Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin (United Kingdom, Chemistry); Virginia Apgar (United States, Medicine); Gertrude Elion (United States, Medicine); Rita Levi-Montalicini (Italy, Biology); Elsie Widdowson (United Kingdom, Biology); Rachel Carson (United States, Biology).
Has Feminism Changed Science
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Author : Londa Schiebinger
language : en
Publisher: Harvard University Press
Release Date : 2001-04-02
Has Feminism Changed Science written by Londa Schiebinger and has been published by Harvard University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001-04-02 with Science categories.
Do women do science differently? And how about feminists--male or female? The answer to this fraught question, carefully set out in this provocative book, will startle and enlighten every faction in the "science wars." Has Feminism Changed Science? is at once a history of women in science and a frank assessment of the role of gender in shaping scientific knowledge. Science is both a profession and a body of knowledge, and Londa Schiebinger looks at how women have fared and performed in both instances. She first considers the lives of women scientists, past and present: How many are there? What sciences do they choose--or have chosen for them? Is the professional culture of science gendered? And is there something uniquely feminine about the science women do? Schiebinger debunks the myth that women scientists--because they are women--are somehow more holistic and integrative and create more cooperative scientific communities. At the same time, she details the considerable practical difficulties that beset women in science, where domestic partnerships, children, and other demanding concerns can put women's (and increasingly men's) careers at risk. But what about the content of science, the heart of Schiebinger's subject? Have feminist perspectives brought any positive changes to scientific knowledge? Schiebinger provides a subtle and nuanced gender analysis of the physical sciences, medicine, archaeology, evolutionary biology, primatology, and developmental biology. She also shows that feminist scientists have developed new theories, asked new questions, and opened new fields in many of these areas.
Japanese Women In Science And Engineering
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Author : Naonori Kodate
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2015-07-30
Japanese Women In Science And Engineering written by Naonori Kodate and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-07-30 with Political Science categories.
The gender gap in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) varies greatly from country to country, and the number of Japanese women in these fields remains relatively few. This prompts us to ask why the proportion of female scientists in Japan is still remarkably low and what measures the government, universities and research institutes are taking to address this issue. This book sheds light on historical developments and the current gender equality situation in Japan, through the lens of women in STEM. It shows how a policy of gender equality in science and engineering has been introduced through the coordinated efforts of academia, scientific societies and the government, and how this has led to a slow but steady increase in female representation. The book draws on extensive data including interviews with government officials, scientists and educators in Japan to provide a revealing case study on how the underrepresentation of women in the fields of science, technology and engineering has been approached and dealt with by a national government. It heralds a new era for female scientists, by showcasing several programmes undertaken by government, universities and national research institutions to support multiple career paths for and the progression of female scientists in Japan. Tracing the historical development of Japan’s policies towards women in science and education, this book will be welcomed by students and scholars interested in Japanese studies, comparative social policy, gender studies, employment and the history of science and technology.
Women In Science
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Author : Rachel Ignotofsky
language : en
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Release Date : 2016-07-26
Women In Science written by Rachel Ignotofsky and has been published by Ten Speed Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-07-26 with Young Adult Nonfiction categories.
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This “wittily illustrated [and] accessible volume” (The Wall Street Journal) highlights the contributions of fifty notable women to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from the ancient to the modern world. “The must-read, girl-power STEM book.”—InStyle It’s a scientific fact: Women rock! This fascinating, educational collection features 50 illustrated portraits of trailblazing women in STEM throughout history. Full of striking, singular art, Women in Science also contains infographics about relevant topics such as lab equipment, rates of women currently working in STEM fields, and an illustrated scientific glossary. The trailblazing women profiled include such pioneers as primatologist Jane Goodall and mathematician Katherine Johnson, who calculated the trajectory of the 1969 Apollo 11 mission to the moon. Women in Science celebrates the achievements of the intrepid women who have paved the way for the next generation of female engineers, biologists, mathematicians, doctors, astronauts, physicists, and more!
Trailblazers 33 Women In Science Who Changed The World
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Author : Rachel Swaby
language : en
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Release Date : 2016-09-13
Trailblazers 33 Women In Science Who Changed The World written by Rachel Swaby and has been published by Delacorte Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-13 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Florence Nightingale. Sally Ride. Ada Lovelace. These names and others are etched in history and included here as part of an awe-inspiring collection of profiles of thirty-three of the most influential women in science—women whose vision, creativity, passion, and dedication have changed the world. Aspiring scientists, young history enthusiasts, and children who enjoy learning about the world will be fascinated by these riveting snapshots—and parents who enjoyed the film Hidden Figures will find this to be the perfect extension. Covering important advancements made by women in fields such as biology, medicine, astronomy, and technology, author Rachel Swaby explains that people aren’t born brilliant scientists. They observe and experiment as kids and as adults, testing ideas again and again, each time learning something new. Kids are sure to come away with a renewed curiosity about the world and the realization that the road to discovery can be positively thrilling. “This collective biography is most timely. An interesting, engaging collection . . . that will encourage readers to explore further and perhaps pursue their own scientific curiosities.” —Kirkus Reviews “The descriptions of the women’s lives often have a quiet poetry. Readers . . . will find much to admire in these accomplished and unconventional women.” —Publishers Weekly “Swaby’s powerful book serves as an indispensable reminder that women have always been essential to science and innovation. Certain to inspire the next generation of scientists.” —Nathalia Holt, New York Times bestselling author of Rise of the Rocket Girls: The Women Who Propelled Us, From Missiles to the Moon to Mars
Forces Of Nature
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Author : Anna Reser
language : en
Publisher: Frances Lincoln
Release Date : 2021-04-20
Forces Of Nature written by Anna Reser and has been published by Frances Lincoln this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-20 with Science categories.
From the ancient world to the present women have been critical to the progress of science, yet their importance is overlooked, their stories lost, distorted, or actively suppressed. Forces of Nature sets the record straight and charts the fascinating history of women’s discoveries in science. In the ancient and medieval world, women served as royal physicians and nurses, taught mathematics, studied the stars, and practiced midwifery. As natural philosophers, physicists, anatomists, and botanists, they were central to the great intellectual flourishing of the Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment. More recently women have been crucially involved in the Manhattan Project, pioneering space missions and much more. Despite their record of illustrious achievements, even today very few women win Nobel Prizes in science. In this thoroughly researched, authoritative work, you will discover how women have navigated a male-dominated scientific culture – showing themselves to be pioneers and trailblazers, often without any recognition at all. Included in the book are the stories of: Hypatia of Alexandria, one of the earliest recorded female mathematicians Maria Cunitz who corrected errors in Kepler’s work Emmy Noether who discovered fundamental laws of physics Vera Rubin one of the most influential astronomers of the twentieth century Jocelyn Bell Burnell who helped discover pulsars
Women In Science
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Author : Jane Mora
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-03-15
Women In Science written by Jane Mora and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-03-15 with Self-Help categories.
Women in Science Who Changed the World tells the story of 10 amazing women scientists who made big impacts on our world. These scientists have made contributions to fields ranging from physics to chemistry to aeronautics. Learn the stories of how they grew up and what they accomplished, and be ready to be inspired! In this book, you will learn about 10 female scientists who lived during the past century -- some are still active today -- and what their contributions meant to the world. This book is focuses not only on the scientists incredible creations and breakthroughs, but you will also learn about their childhoods, early homes, educations, careers, and other facts that may inspire you. In Women in Science who Changed the World, you'll learn more about: Marie Currie, who helped advance the understanding of medicine in several ways Gerty Cori, who discovered how sugars and proteins interact in the body Mae Jemison, who was an astronaut on the Space Shuttle Jane Goodall, who has helped us understand chimpanzees like never before And so much more! For people who are interested in science, this book will be both inspiring and interesting. Many of the stories in this book have not been widely told, and they deserve more awareness. Women in Science Who Changed the World will help you appreciate what these women did for the world. Jane Mora is an author passionate about history. She loves learning the stories of people who made a big impact on the world, and has written other biographical books such as 10 Latina and Latino Inventors Who Changed the World.
The Madame Curie Complex
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Author : Julie Des Jardins
language : en
Publisher: The Feminist Press at CUNY
Release Date : 2010-03-01
The Madame Curie Complex written by Julie Des Jardins and has been published by The Feminist Press at CUNY this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-03-01 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The historian and author of Lillian Gilbreth examines the “Great Man” myth of science with profiles of women scientists from Marie Curie to Jane Goodall. Why is science still considered to be predominantly male profession? In The Madame Curie Complex, Julie Des Jardin dismantles the myth of the lone male genius, reframing the history of science with revelations about women’s substantial contributions to the field. She explores the lives of some of the most famous female scientists, including Jane Goodall, the eminent primatologist; Rosalind Franklin, the chemist whose work anticipated the discovery of DNA’s structure; Rosalyn Yalow, the Nobel Prize-winning physicist; and, of course, Marie Curie, the Nobel Prize-winning pioneer whose towering, mythical status has both empowered and stigmatized future generations of women considering a life in science. With lively anecdotes and vivid detail, The Madame Curie Complex reveals how women scientists have changed the course of science—and the role of the scientist—throughout the twentieth century. They often asked different questions, used different methods, and came up with different, groundbreaking explanations for phenomena in the natural world.