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technology2 years ago

Unmasking Anna Boyko: The DevTernity Fake Speakers Scandal Unveiled

A software engineer revealed that an upcoming tech conference, DevTernity, only had three women speakers listed, two of whom turned out to be fake profiles. The conference, which claims to be inclusive, operates on the "Hollywood Principle" and does not actively seek out women speakers. One of the fake profiles, Anna Boyko, was removed from the speaker list after the revelation, while another fake profile, Julia Kirsina, was allegedly run by the conference founder. The organizers' decision to create fake women speakers instead of reaching out to actual women has been criticized as disrespectful and lazy.

via The Mary Sue|
#diversity#fake-profiles#inclusion
health-and-society2 years ago

Gender Gap in Life Expectancy Widens: US Women Outlive Men by 6 Years

Women in the US now outlive men by almost six years, with the life expectancy gap between genders widening since 2010. The decline in life expectancy is attributed to the pandemic and "deaths of despair" such as suicide, drugs, and alcohol abuse. The US healthcare system is in crisis, and the solution lies in making it more accessible and equitable. In the UK, women in England will soon be able to get contraception without a doctor's visit. An ancient stone slab in Spain challenges gender stereotypes, while a Florida teacher was fired for using a gender-neutral honorific. Taylor Swift's influence led to a South American airline waiving change fees, and an Alabama woman with two uteruses is pregnant in both wombs. Dr. Mary Ross Ellingson is finally recognized for her contributions to archaeology, and Russia may label LGBTQ+ activists as "extremist." Anne Boyer resigned as poetry editor from the New York Times magazine in protest against the ongoing bombing of Gaza. One-third of Indian STEM conferences have no female speakers, highlighting gender disparities. Lastly, a street cat named Gacek in Poland gained fame as a top tourist attraction but has now been adopted by a family.

via The Guardian|
#gender-stereotypes#health-and-society#healthcare-crisis
education2 years ago

Promoting Equality: Empowering Women in STEM for a Brighter Future

The Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) faced a complaint filed by an economics professor, Mark Perry, arguing that their women-in-STEM programs violated Title IX. While the complaint was dismissed, RIT opened the programs to men and closed two of them during the investigation. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has ruled in favor of some exclusive women-in-STEM programs, such as Kettering University's LITES program, which was found to be in compliance with civil rights law. The debate over single-sex programs continues, with some arguing that they are necessary to address the gender disparity in STEM fields, while others claim they perpetuate discrimination.

via Inside Higher Ed|
#civil-rights#discrimination#education
science2 years ago

Overcoming Racism in Science: Defying Stereotypes and Succeeding

Dequina Nicholas, an immunologist and molecular biologist, discusses her journey in science and the challenges she faced as a Black woman in academia. Despite facing racism and stereotypes, she persevered and proved her critics wrong. Nicholas emphasizes the importance of mentorship and support systems in overcoming barriers. She also advocates for transparency in academic programs and equal opportunities for first-generation students. Nicholas highlights the need for more diversity in science and hopes to inspire future generations of scientists.

via Nature.com|
#career-development#diversity-in-academia#immunology
space-exploration2 years ago

Breaking Barriers: NASA's Trailblazing Female Astronauts Defy Expectations

Loren Grush, author of a book on the first six American female astronauts, discusses the challenges they faced in entering the space program. Initially, women were excluded due to military restrictions and concerns about their mental well-being and ability to serve alongside men. The selection process involved rigorous testing and interviews, and the women had to navigate a male-dominated culture and face sexist questions from the press. Despite these obstacles, the women made significant contributions to space exploration, with some flying multiple missions and achieving groundbreaking milestones. However, there is still progress to be made in achieving gender and racial representation in space.

via The Guardian|
#female-astronauts#gender-equality#nasa
science-and-technology2 years ago

Overcoming Impostor Syndrome: Insights from Astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance

Egyptian-American astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance has released her debut memoir, "Starstruck," which explores her experiences as a woman of color in the field of astrophysics. Nance discusses her passion for astronomy, the challenges she faced as a minority in STEM, and the importance of representation. She also shares her decision to undergo a preventive double mastectomy and breast reconstruction due to a genetic mutation that increases the risk of cancer. Nance addresses the issue of objectification in her swimsuit photoshoot for Sports Illustrated and discusses her ongoing battle with impostor syndrome. She is currently completing her PhD in astrophysics and hopes to combine her love for science, space, and communication in her future endeavors. Her advice to young women pursuing careers in astronomy is to persevere and not let others define their capabilities.

via The Guardian|
#astrophysics#breast-cancer#impostor-syndrome
healthtech2 years ago

"Nigerian Entrepreneur Develops Bra with Breast Cancer Detection Technology"

Nigerian entrepreneur Kemisola Bolarinwa has developed a Smart Bra, a wearable, battery-operated device that uses ultrasound to detect breast cancer in its early stages. The device will undergo a large-scale trial in Nigeria this year and aims to reduce the number of women dying from breast cancer by 80%. Bolarinwa, who faced sexism in the tech sector, hopes her work will inspire more women to pursue careers in STEM fields. The project has received funding from the Nigerian government and Standard Chartered bank, and Bolarinwa aims to make the device available for free to women who cannot afford to buy one.

via The Guardian|
#breast-cancer#healthtech#innovation
space-exploration2 years ago

From Rejection to Success: Dr. Peggy Whitson, America's Most Experienced Astronaut

Dr. Peggy Whitson, America's most experienced astronaut, was rejected four times before joining NASA's astronaut training program. Despite the setbacks, she went on to achieve numerous firsts in her 37-year aerospace career, including being the first female commander of the International Space Station. Dr. Whitson, who has spent a record-breaking 675 days in space, now serves as the director of human spaceflight at Axiom Space, where she aims to develop medical therapies using microgravity. She encourages the next generation of women in the field to challenge themselves and step outside their comfort zones.

via MSNBC|
#astronaut#axiom-space#nasa
science-and-technology2 years ago

Breaking Barriers: Addressing Centuries of Sexism in Science to Empower Women

In her book "Not Just for the Boys: Why We Need More Women in Science," physicist Athene Donald explores the barriers and biases that have excluded women from STEM fields. She argues that increasing diversity in science is crucial for avoiding groupthink and addressing global challenges. Donald offers practical solutions, such as calling out bad behavior, providing role models, and implementing unconscious bias training. The book highlights the importance of contemporary female role models and the need to break down the boundaries between arts and sciences. "Not Just for the Boys" serves as a valuable tool for promoting gender equity in STEM careers.

via Nature.com|
#diversity#gender-bias#role-models
science2 years ago

Sally Ride's Legacy: 40 Years of Inspiring Women in Space

June 18 marks the 40th anniversary of Sally Ride becoming the first American woman to travel into outer space. Ride's six-day mission on the space shuttle Challenger in 1983 shattered the glass ceiling for women in the US space program. Ride was also posthumously the first acknowledged gay person to become an astronaut. Since then, NASA has made strides in diversity, but an audit found a decade-long strategy has not made a meaningful impact on its diversity statistics across the agency’s workforce and leadership.

via CNN|
#diversity#nasa#sally-ride
science2 years ago

Sally Ride's Legacy: 40 Years of Inspiring Women in Space

On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman in space as a mission specialist on the Space Shuttle Challenger. Ride was also the third woman overall to embark on a spaceflight. After retiring from NASA, she became a college professor and founded Sally Ride Science, an organization dedicated to encouraging girls to enter STEM fields. Ride passed away in 2012 at the age of 61 due to pancreatic cancer.

via Fox News|
#challenger-disaster#nasa#sally-ride
science2 years ago

Astrophysicist defies odds with Sports Illustrated feature after double mastectomy.

Astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance, who underwent a preventive double mastectomy at 26, has posed for Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue to challenge stereotypes about female scientists and promote body positivity. Nance, who is completing her Ph.D. in astrophysics, said there are not enough women in astronomy and physics, particularly women of color, and that she had to push past implicit and explicit messages that she did not belong. She hopes to inspire young women to pursue scientific fields and has become an advocate for women's health.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#astrophysics#body-positivity#breast-cancer
science-and-health2 years ago

Astrophysicist Sarafina Nance on Body Positivity and Overcoming Adversity.

Astrophysicist Sarafina El-Badry Nance, who underwent a preventive double mastectomy at 26, has posed for Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue to challenge stereotypes about female scientists and promote body positivity. Nance, who is completing her Ph.D. in astrophysics, said there are not enough women in astronomy and physics, especially women of color, and hopes to inspire young women to pursue scientific fields. She became an advocate for women's health after discovering she carried the cancer-causing mutated BRCA2 gene.

via TODAY|
#astrophysics#body-positivity#breast-cancer
science-and-technology2 years ago

Virginia Norwood, Pioneer of Satellite Imaging, Remembered at 96

Virginia Norwood, an aerospace pioneer who invented the Landsat satellite program that monitors the Earth’s surface today, passed away at the age of 96. Despite significant pushback from the male-dominated industry before and after her rise, she achieved all this despite significant pushback from the male-dominated industry before and after her rise. Norwood continued to improve the system, leading the development of Landsat 2, 3, 4 and 5. Landsat 8 and 9, the current versions monitoring the effects of climate change today, are still based on her initial concept.

via Engadget|
#aerospace#landsat#nasa