Athena Unbound: The Advancement of Women in Science and TechnologyWhy are there still so few female scientists? Despite the scientific ethos of universalism and inclusion, women continue to experience real social inequities as they struggle to gain recognition in the scientific community. Based on extensive interviews and backed by quantitative analysis, this compelling work exposes the hidden barriers, subtle exclusions, and unwritten rules that confront women at every juncture along the scientific career path--from childhood to retirement. Through vivid personal accounts the authors offer an illuminating and sobering view of the effects these obstacles have on the personal and professional lives of women. They argue that women can succeed in the scientific workplace by successfully managing "social capital," those networks and relationships scientists rely on for professional support and new ideas. This benchmark volume is vital reading for all scientists and social scientists--both male and female--and for women considering a scientific career. |
Contents
Women in science Why so few? | 1 |
The science career pipeline | 5 |
Women and science Athena Bound | 15 |
Gender sex and science | 31 |
Selective access | 49 |
Critical transitions in the graduate and postgraduate career path | 69 |
Womens and mens graduate experience in science | 83 |
The paradox of critical mass for women in science | 105 |
Differences between women in science | 147 |
Social capital and faculty network relationships | 157 |
Negative and positive departmental cultures | 179 |
Initiatives for departmental change | 187 |
International comparisons | 203 |
Athena Unbound Policy for women in science | 225 |
Appendix | 251 |
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Athena Unbound: The Advancement of Women in Science and Technology Henry Etzkowitz,Carol Kemelgor,Brian Uzzi No preview available - 2000 |
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