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Advancing Science Through

Equity
Today, we'll explore the historical barriers women have faced in STEM,
showcase pioneering women scientists who overcame adversity, and
discuss the importance of equity for advancing science and society.

CG by Cristian Gonzalez
Historical Barriers for Women in STEM
Limited Opportunities Gender Bias
Historically women were often discouraged from pursuing
, Women were often subjected to discrimination and prejudice ,

scientific careers They faced limited access to education and


. and their contributions were often undervalued or ignored
.

research opportunities.
Pioneering Women Scientists
Overcoming Adversity
Marie Curie Cecilia Payne-
A physicist and chemist, Marie Gaposchkin
Curie was a trailblazer in An astronomer who
radioactivity, facing sexism revolutionized our
and societal resistance while understanding of stars, Cecilia
pursuing groundbreaking Payne-Gaposchkin faced
research. discrimination as a woman in a
male-dominated field.

Katherine Johnson
A mathematician whose work was crucial for NASA's early space
missions, Katherine Johnson overcame racial and gender barriers to
contribute to space exploration.
Marie Curie's Groundbreaking
Achievements
First Woman Nobel Pioneering Radioactivity
Laureate Research
Marie Curie was the first woman Her research on radioactivity
to win a Nobel Prize and she
, led to the discovery of polonium
was the only person to win and radium advancing our
,

Nobel Prizes in two different understanding of the atom .

scientific fields physics and


:

chemistry.

Overcoming Obstacles
Despite facing sexism and societal resistance Curie persevered
, ,

demonstrating the power of determination and intellectual brilliance .


Cecelia Payne-Gaposchkin's Astronomical
Discoveries
Composition of Stars Stellar Evolution Challenges Faced
She was the first to correctly identify the Her research contributed to our Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin faced
composition of stars, revealing that they understanding of how stars evolve over discrimination as a woman in a male-
are primarily made of hydrogen and time, marking a significant milestone in dominated field, but her dedication and
helium. astronomy. brilliance ultimately prevailed.
Katherine Johnson's Critical
Contributions to NASA
1 Early Career
Johnson began her career as a "human computer" at NASA,
calculating trajectories for space missions, playing a vital
role in early space exploration.

2 Apollo Missions
Her calculations were critical to the success of the Apollo
missions, including the historic moon landing, demonstrating
her exceptional mathematical skill.

3 Overcoming Barriers
Johnson faced racial and gender discrimination, but she
persevered and became a role model for generations of
scientists.
The Enduring Impact of Gender-Based
Discrimination
STEM Underrepresentation
1 Despite progress women remain underrepresented in many STEM fields highlighting the ongoing impact of
, ,

historical and contemporary barriers.

Gender Pay Gap


2 Women in STEM often earn less than their male counterparts for similar roles perpetuating a cycle of inequality
, .

Implicit Bias
3 Unconscious biases can influence hiring practices promotion decisions and research funding creating challenges
, , ,

for women in STEM .


Cultivating a More Inclusive Scientific Community
Equity and Inclusion
Creating a more equitable and inclusive environment is crucial for advancing
1
science and society.

Mentorship and Support


2 Providing mentorship and support for women in STEM can help them
thrive and overcome challenges.

Policy Changes
3 Addressing systemic biases through policy changes is
essential for creating a truly equitable system.

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