Fathers Can Be Gender Equity Advocates
In my article "A Father's Perspective About Daughters and Engineering," published in 2016, I shared my frustration about the lack of role models and the cultural messages that had left my two brilliant daughters—and many of their female friends—.....»»
The past and future of gender research in marketing, and its relevance to contemporary societies
Researchers from Kedge Business School, University College Dublin, University of Bath, and University of Texas at Austin published a new Journal of Marketing article that examines how the socialization of researchers—especially their commitments to.....»»
Counting male chickens before they hatch means good news for ethical farming
By identifying the gender of chicks in their eggs, technologies could help prevent the killing of millions of the birds every year......»»
As infotainment systems integrate Zoom and TikTok, the question remains: Why?
Third-party app stores will bring TikTok and Zoom to cars. Are the risks worth the rewards? Safety advocates are questioning the logic behind these integrations......»»
Men"s interest in startups increases if their spouse"s career takes priority, finds study
Leaving a corporate job to join a startup can be a difficult decision. New University of Minnesota research suggests those in dual-career households may be more willing to consider such opportunities, but gender norms and career prioritization betwee.....»»
Why Anti-Trans Laws Are Anti-Science
Bills that restrict access to gender-affirming health care ignore research.....»»
Airports perform better when owned by private equity funds, study finds
New research from the University of Alberta's School of Business shows airports perform better—with improved customer service, fewer cancelations and delays, and more routes—when purchased by private investors......»»
Global review throws light on gender-based violence in fisheries
A new study published today in Fish and Fisheries argues that gender-based violence (GBV) cannot be separated from other actions taken to achieve equitable social outcomes through fisheries management......»»
International study suggests female corporate leaders make firms less likely to greenwash
Companies with a gender diverse board of directors tend to be more open and honest with their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, according to new research......»»
EV push could spur more supplier mergers and acquisitions
The pace of supplier mergers and acquisitions could soon pick up as companies look to reposition themselves for the EV era and as private equity firms seek to put hundreds of billions of dollars in outstanding capital to work......»»
Inductor firm Tai-Tech to invest in solid capacitor maker Apaq
Taiwan-based power inductor maker Tai-Tech Advanced Electronics has disclosed plans to make an equity investment in solid electrolytic capacitor maker Apaq Technology......»»
Environmental injustice closely tied to gender violence, new study argues
Environmental justice and gender violence may seem like separate issues, but a new paper from a University of New Mexico professor argues that the two are closely linked......»»
UN commission calls for closing the gender digital divide
The U.N.'s premiere global body fighting for gender equality on Saturday called for wide-ranging efforts to close the gap between men and women in today's technology-driven world and urged zero tolerance for gender-based violence and harassment onlin.....»»
Does the media propagate stereotypes?
The media have a powerful influence on how people view and treat different groups based on gender and ethnicity, as news stories shape people's stereotypes, beliefs, and ultimately behaviors in areas such as education, family, and politics. It is, th.....»»
Stock market forces shown to drive cryptocurrency returns
Having examined the impact of various factors on cryptocurrency returns, HSE economists found that fluctuations in cryptocurrency prices can be better explained by equity market risks than by factors specific to the crypto market, suggesting greater.....»»
The likelihood of academies of science recognizing the work of women researchers is improving
A researcher at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) has explored how the gender gap has evolved in two American academies: the National Academy of Science (NAS) and the Academy of Arts and Sciences (AAAS) in the election of academics in ps.....»»
French firms prioritizing gender equality also reap higher returns
In early March, France's first minister, Elisabeth Borne, announced that French companies failing to enforce the country's gender equality criteria would be denied access to public contracts. The news adds yet another line to an already long list of.....»»
Honoring Cecelia Feld on International Women’s Day 2023
Today is International Women’s Day. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can.....»»
How moms are taking the lead in shaping children"s education
A new global study, which takes a gender-sensitive approach, has found that a mother's educational status plays an increasingly important role in shaping their children's educational status, while the importance of the father's educational status has.....»»
Gender targets miss the mark for women in leadership
Gender diversity experts at the University of South Australia are urging governments to rethink their approach to gender targets as new research by UniSA scholars shows that they do not lead to expected improvements in gender equity for women in lead.....»»
Gender pay progress stalls on "motherhood penalty": study
There has been minimal global movement toward gender pay equality because many women still face a "motherhood penalty" after having children, a study said Tuesday......»»