A lab of her own

Article Abstract:

Women scientists are thought to drop out of science for two main reasons namely, where many women, like Pastural, choose family over career when they find it difficult to handle both, and an institutional matter that raises the issue of discrimination. A survey and study of the reason for continuous dropouts of women scientists are presented.

Public affairs, Social aspects, Practice, Women scientists

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Mary-Claire King

Article Abstract:

The profile of Mary-Claire King including her work, relationship with the families, interests and the famous known discovery of the BRCAI locus for hereditary breast cancer are reviewed. King's collaboration with researchers in two of the most volatile places on earth that is Palestine and Israel is discussed.

Management, Portrayals, Geneticists, Company business management, King, Mary-Claire

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Poor records pinpoint lack of attention to gender gaps in science

Article Abstract:

The report, commissioned by the US Congress found that the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy collect little information on applicant's gender. The records are so poor that the RAND Corporation, a nonprofit research organization that led the study, could not analyze the agencies decisions.

Government expenditures, Surveys, Sex discrimination, Federal aid to research, Government aid to research, Women in science, Government finance

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