Athena Unbound - The Advancement of Women in Science and Technology (Paperback)

In each generation, more and more girls pursue a scientific education, and yet there are still few women scientists. This examination of the problem challenges the conventional wisdom which anticipates that sheer weight of numbery will make the difference. As society and technology advances, the need for creative scientific minds increases. The talent of women in science is all too often diffused, while they espouse equality, are inflexible and still behave in ways which favour men and disadvantage women. A scientific career is heavily dependant on networking and successful funding. Women fall by the wayside because they cannot build up the necessary connections in their field. This discussion of the issue is based on experience and interview, certainly essential reading for female or male scientists or students. (Kirkus UK)

Why 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.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2000
First published:	2000
Authors:	Henry Etzkowitz • Carol Kemelgor • Brian Uzzi
Dimensions:	229 x 154 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	292
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-78738-3
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Science: general issues > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Gender studies > Women's studies > General
LSN:	0-521-78738-6
Barcode:	9780521787383

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