Gender and physics in the academy : theory, policy and practice in European perspective / edited by Pauline Leonard, Meytal Eran Jona, Yosef Nir and Marika Taylor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Leonard, Pauline, editor.

Nir, Yosef, editor.

Taylor, Marika, ditor.

Eran Jona, Meytal, editor.

Series:

Theory, policy and practice in European perspective

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Women in science--Europe.

Women in science.

Physical Description:

1 online resource.

Edition:

1st edition.

Other Title:

Path to Open

Place of Publication:

Bristol : Bristol University Press, 2024.

Summary:

This innovative interdisciplinary collection confronts the worldwide challenge of women's under-representation in science through an interrogation of the field of physics and its gender imbalance. Leading physicists and sociologists from across Europe collaborate to adopt a comparative approach. They draw on theoretical perspectives and empirical evidence to explore the reasons behind low participation levels, from entering the field to sustaining a career, emphasising the importance of social perspectives over biological explanations. Evaluating policy solutions implemented in various European contexts, this book offers key insights into the world of women physicists and sheds light on their life stories.-Provided by publisher.

Notes:

Title from online title page (viewed on November 4, 2024).

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-5292-2231-1

1-5292-4614-8

1-5292-2232-X

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.