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#stem

Women in technology

'We knew these girls had something special' - Teenage robotics team from Co Offaly make history with their robot Agatha

fromPsychology Today

Women in technology

When It Comes to Gender Stereotypes, Not All STEM Fields Are the Same

philosophy

fromApaonline

The STEM/Humanities Divide and Student Defeatism

The divide between STEM and humanities negatively affects students' confidence and willingness to explore interdisciplinary studies.

fromBusiness Matters

Tech careers appeal more to SEND students, new survey finds

SEND students show a stronger interest in tech careers compared to non-SEND students despite being underrepresented in the workforce.

fromIT Pro

1 day ago

Young women are keen on pursuing STEM careers, but they're still facing huge barriers

Young women show interest in tech careers but lack confidence and support.

NYC parents

fromLos Angeles Times

California sues Trump administration for cutting teacher training over 'illegal DEI'

California and seven other states are suing the Trump administration over funding cuts to vital teacher training programs aimed at STEM and special education.

fromIrish Independent

'We knew these girls had something special' - Teenage robotics team from Co Offaly make history with their robot Agatha

The Steminists robotics team from Sacred Heart Secondary School made history as the first all-female team to represent Ireland in a world championship.

fromPsychology Today

When It Comes to Gender Stereotypes, Not All STEM Fields Are the Same

Gender stereotypes in STEM fields affect career paths, but girls excel in math and science, countering these stereotypes.

philosophy

fromApaonline

The STEM/Humanities Divide and Student Defeatism

The divide between STEM and humanities negatively affects students' confidence and willingness to explore interdisciplinary studies.

fromBusiness Matters

Tech careers appeal more to SEND students, new survey finds

SEND students show a stronger interest in tech careers compared to non-SEND students despite being underrepresented in the workforce.

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#community-engagement

fromCornell Chronicle

Panels discuss federal research funding threats, opportunities | Cornell Chronicle

Legal and policy experts emphasize the need for community engagement and advocacy in supporting STEM research funding.

fromsilive

5 days ago

OMG science

See new interactive science exhibits now open for Staten Island students (34 photos)

fromCornell Chronicle

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Panels discuss federal research funding threats, opportunities | Cornell Chronicle

Legal and policy experts emphasize the need for community engagement and advocacy in supporting STEM research funding.

fromsilive

5 days ago

OMG science

See new interactive science exhibits now open for Staten Island students (34 photos)

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SF politics

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California sues federal government over Trump administration cuts to scientific research

California and 15 states sue the NSF over illegal funding cuts that threaten essential scientific research.

fromNextgov.com

OMG science

NSF begins terminating select grant funding

SF politics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

California sues federal government over Trump administration cuts to scientific research

California and 15 states sue the NSF over illegal funding cuts that threaten essential scientific research.

fromNextgov.com

OMG science

NSF begins terminating select grant funding

Boosting science: 'Give foreign STEM students ten-year visas'

Ewan Kirk is the first Royal Society entrepreneur in residence at the University of Cambridge, enhancing entrepreneurs' skills in STEM fields.

fromThe Mercury News

SF parents

Tech Challenge continues to inspire students - and this grown-up

Women in technology

Why your workplace needs more "Gracious Professionalism"

fromComputerWeekly.com

7 months ago

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Government urged to introduce 10-year visas for overseas tech graduates | Computer Weekly

London startup

Boosting science: 'Give foreign STEM students ten-year visas'

Ewan Kirk is the first Royal Society entrepreneur in residence at the University of Cambridge, enhancing entrepreneurs' skills in STEM fields.

fromThe Mercury News

SF parents

Tech Challenge continues to inspire students - and this grown-up

Women in technology

Why your workplace needs more "Gracious Professionalism"

fromComputerWeekly.com

7 months ago

Miscellaneous

Government urged to introduce 10-year visas for overseas tech graduates | Computer Weekly

College Majors With the Lowest Unemployment Rates: Report | Entrepreneur

Non-STEM majors, including nutrition and art history, exhibit lower unemployment rates than traditional STEM majors despite differences in earning potential.

PhD students in STEM: Nature wants to hear from you

Federal funding cuts to education and research are already having profound effects on graduate and research programmes inside the United States - and elsewhere.

Women in technology

How AI is making workplace gender gaps worse

Generative AI is exacerbating existing gender gaps in the workplace, with fewer women in augmented roles and more in disrupted jobs.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Meet the Latina scientists advancing health and policy

How AI is making workplace gender gaps worse

Generative AI is exacerbating existing gender gaps in the workplace, with fewer women in augmented roles and more in disrupted jobs.

Miscellaneous

5 months ago

Meet the Latina scientists advancing health and policy

Women face significant challenges in STEM fields in Latin America, with less than half of the research workforce being female.

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fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

How 'Star Wars' can save STEM education

The disconnect between importance and attention in American culture presents a significant challenge for the STEM community, highlighting the need for engaging narratives.

OMG science

NSF Terminates Grants Focused on DEI or Misinformation

National Science Foundation is cutting DEI-related grants to align with new priorities, citing inefficiency and free speech considerations.

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"STEM" Summer Bash at The Village at San Antonio Center (Mountain View)

Join us for the STEM Summer Bash, where families can engage in interactive crafts and games that spark curiosity in a fun outdoor environment.

SF parents

Artificial intelligence

fromZDNET

OpenAI to launch AI models that can think up their own experiments, says report

OpenAI is set to release new GPT-4.1 models capable of designing scientific experiments, focusing on inter-disciplinary knowledge synthesis.

fromThe Atlantic

America and Its Universities Need a New Social Contract

U.S. education funding prioritizes STEM over citizenship; universities must adapt to serve both society and themselves.

fromBusiness Insider

2 months ago

The historical figures who inspired Nvidia's product names, from Grace Hopper to David Blackwell

Nvidia names its chips after notable mathematicians and scientists to honor STEM pioneers.

Cryptocurrency

2 months ago

The TechBeat: House Of Doge And Dogecoin Foundation Unveil Board-Elect, Advisors And Global Dogecoin Adoption Plan (3/23/2025) | HackerNoon

Techbeat by HackerNoon covers a range of trending stories, showcasing innovations from AI and coding to economic initiatives and global STEM exchanges.

"I Can't Be What I Can't See" - Inspiring Young Girls in STEM: Visibility Matters | HackerNoon

Role models significantly influence young girls' decisions to pursue careers in STEM fields.

Visibility of women in STEM is crucial to inspire the next generation.

8 years ago

TechWomen Fellows Fight to Save U.S.-Backed STEM Exchange Program | HackerNoon

The future of the TechWomen program is uncertain, leaving many aspiring women in STEM without opportunities to participate.

6 years ago

"I Can't Be What I Can't See" - Inspiring Young Girls in STEM: Visibility Matters | HackerNoon

Role models significantly influence young girls' decisions to pursue careers in STEM fields.

Visibility of women in STEM is crucial to inspire the next generation.

8 years ago

TechWomen Fellows Fight to Save U.S.-Backed STEM Exchange Program | HackerNoon

The future of the TechWomen program is uncertain, leaving many aspiring women in STEM without opportunities to participate.

Sexual harassment allegations linked to drop in citations

Citations for researchers accused of sexual misconduct decline following media coverage, unlike those accused of scientific fraud.

fromtime.com

Women Who Shattered Ceilings Share Lessons They've Learned

Women in STEM, like Amanda Nguyen, face gender-based violence, which often impacts their dreams and careers.