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Author to discuss shortage of women in science

Although the number of women pursuing scientific careers is growing, women are still largely underrepresented in most scientific and technical fields. In recognition of Women’s History Month, Fermilab’s Diversity Office will sponsor a talk about the continued shortage of women in science at 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 9.

In her talk, titled “Gender, Race and Science Education,” Sandra Hanson, professor of sociology at the Catholic University of America, will focus on science, technology, engineering and math education and the many factors that continue to create barriers for girls in these areas.

Hanson, author of “Swimming Against the Tide: African-American Girls and Science Education,” will also talk about her recent research and the factors that both discourage and encourage young African-American women in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education. Full Press Release…