Explore the persistent challenges faced by women in science through this thought-provoking seminar by Shobhana Narasimhan. Delve into the historical context, examining the struggles of pioneering female scientists like Marie Curie and Emmy Noether. Analyze the current gender imbalance in scientific fields, investigating factors such as societal pressures, family responsibilities, and career breaks that disproportionately affect women. Examine the 'leaky pipeline' phenomenon, implicit biases, and lack of recognition for women's contributions. Discuss issues like sexual harassment, hostile work environments, and the importance of mentorship. Learn about proactive measures and success stories aimed at increasing women's participation in science. Engage with the speaker's insights on the need for systemic changes and the role of supportive networks in advancing women's careers in scientific disciplines.
Why It Is -Still- Difficult to Be a Woman in Science by Shobhana Narasimhan
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences via YouTube
Overview
Syllabus
Date: Wed, 26 February 2020, 14:30 to
Why it is still difficult to be a women in science
Life Was Not Easy for Marie Curie
Life Was Not Easy for Emmy Noether
Kampala Sohonie
Why is it difficult being a woman in science?
Few in Number
Historically, the number of women in science has been low
The world over, women in science are in a minority
You may be surprised by some of the numbers
The Enigma of India: 1
The Enigma of India: 2
The Enigma of India: 3
Percentage of Scientists who are Women
Very Few Women Physics Professors in India
Pressures due to Family Responsibilities
Societal & Familial Pressures
'Leaky Pipeline' in the USA
'Waterfall' in India
Breaks in Education & Career among women in India
Reasons for Break in Career
Becoming parent affects career progression: more so for women than men
Women scientists do most of the housework!
The Two-Body Problem
Age Limits for Jobs
Productivity Gap
Nepotism and sexism in peer-review
Science faculty's subtle gender biases favor male students
A Riddle
A Confession
Implicit Bias
Gender Stereotyping Starts Early!
Lack of Recognition - Top Science Administrators in India are almost all Male
Women in Science Academies
Nobel Prizes to Women
Bhatnagar Prizes to Women
Jocelyn Bell-Burnell
Isolation Lack of Peer Group & Mentorship
Being the only Woman in the Room... Still Happens!
The Importance of Informal Networks
Hostile Work Environment
"Boys will be boys..."
The Chilly Climate
Rosalind Franklin & Misogyny
Sir Aaron Klug on Rosalind Franklin
Manterrupting & Bropropriating
Sexual Harassment - Sexual harassment is widely prevalent
Proactive Measures & Success Stories
Career Development Workshops for Women in Physics
And by the way, I do get along with my colleagues!
Breaking into Male Bastions: India's Women Rocket Scientists
But...Rocket Scientists in 'Mission Mangal'!
Committees, Govt. of India
Concerted Efforts Needed to Change Numbers
Mentors and Friends Help a Lot!
Q&A
The 'Obvious' Measures
Taught by
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences
