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Women economists underrepresented ‘at every level’ in UK academia – report

13 Jul 2021

New research shows the gender gap in the teaching and study of economics is still dramatic and actually getting worse. Economists argue that this is...

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Women much less likely to ask questions in academic seminars than men

27 Sep 2018

A new study reveals a stark disparity between male and female participation in a key area of academic life and offers recommendations to ensure all...

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Cambridge astrophysicist calls on UN to help girls reach for the stars

19 Jun 2018

A plan to build a global network of STEM ambassadors to encourage women and girls into science, put forward by a Cambridge academic to the United...

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