Women in Scientific Professions: The Emerging Trends
Sarla Sharma
(Professor of Psychology, North Carolina A & T State University, Greensboro, N.C.)
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Abstract
A brief historical account of women in science is given as introduction to discussion of their present situation in the USA. Factors affecting female achievement and interest in science and in scientific careers include education, socio‐cultural and personal factors. Obstacles and constraints for women during preparation for scientific professions are also described together with myths about women and recent trends. Strategies for increasing their participation are proposed.
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Citation
Sharma, S. (1987), "Women in Scientific Professions: The Emerging Trends", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 6 No. 4, pp. 1-6. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb010472
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
Copyright © 1987, MCB UP Limited