The Reverse Matilda Effect, or the Balancing Act of SuccessNot only can gender stereotypes have adverse impacts on individual women in academia, but they can also shape how entire academic…Apr 24Apr 24
Meta-Bias against Gender Bias ResearchResearch on gender discrimination is valued less in science — not because of who writes it, but because of what it challenges.Apr 10Apr 10
When Success Backfires: The Double Bind of MaturityMiddle-aged women face unique challenges in the workplace, where having agency and confidence in their own competence is mistaken for being…Mar 27Mar 27
Competence versus Perfection: The Double Standard of Performance EvaluationsThe most important aspect of a man’s professional performance was considered to be competence, while women are evaluated harshly on…Mar 13Mar 13
Pitch It Right: Navigating Gender Norms for Crowdfunding TriumphGendered perceptions influence the effectiveness of communication in crowdfunding pitches, thus further influencing funding outcomes.Feb 27Feb 27
In Memoriam: Dr. Hind A. Al-Abadleh — Chemist and Equity AdvocateFebruary 11th is the International Day for Women and Girls in Science, and today we celebrate the life and accomplishments of an…Feb 11Feb 11
The “Magic Mix”: Gender Bias in Performance EvaluationsWomen who are highly agreeable face a disadvantage in performance evaluations, while men benefit from the same trait.Feb 6Feb 6
Does Brilliance Belong to Men? The Genius Hidden by Gender BiasDue to subconscious bias, “brilliance” or “genius” is consistently associated with men, across different demographics, ages, and regions.Jan 23Jan 23
Can Your Gender Impact Your Medical School Acceptance?Eliminating gender bias in medical school interviews calls for more standardization and nuanced interviewer training.Jan 161Jan 161
Gendered Pathologies: The History of Gender Bias in Psychiatry and Women’s HealthSince the conception of psychiatry in 1798, gender biases have permeated the field and greatly impacted women’s health.Dec 19, 2024Dec 19, 2024