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Equal Pay Day and Revisiting the Matilda Effect

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Did you know that, in addition to being Pi Day and Albert Einstein's birthday, today (March 14) is Equal Pay Day for 2023? As publicized by the National Committee on Pay Equity, "This date symbolizes how far into the year women must work to earn what men earned in the previous year."  This Census Bureau site has more information and tons …

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What is the “Matilda Effect,” and How Can We Improve Recognition of Women Scientists?

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As a woman in science who has experienced significant success along with a few obvious gender-specific barriers during my career, I try hard not to view my professional world through the lens of gender bias. However, in honor of International Women’s Day today and Equal Pay Day approaching, it seems timely to write about an important issue …

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