Jess Wade Is on a Crusade to Correct Wikipedia’s Gender Imbalance
Physicist Jess Wade explains the importance of recognizing female scientists on Wikipedia. She’s created more than 2,000 Wikipedia articles to do just that.....»»
iOS 17 rumored to bring major changes to the Control Center
If the latest leak is correct, the Control Center could be getting its first revamp since iOS 11 back in 2017......»»
Google is on a crusade against cybersecurity threats from North Korea
Here are all the ways Google tackles APT43, a known threat actor from North Korea......»»
Hiring more women is good for business and communities, study of UAE firms finds
Focusing on small and medium-sized firms from emerging markets (ESMEs), researchers found that gender-diverse senior management teams are more likely to deliver value and innovation that contribute towards the United Nation's Grand Challenges. The re.....»»
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......»»
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.....»»
MacBook Air refresh in 2024 or 2025 rumored to get OLED screen
If a new rumor is correct, the MacBook Air will get a high-tech OLED screen at some point after a migration to the technology in the MacBook Pro and iPad.M2 MacBook Air (left) and M1 MacBook Air (right)A supply chain report from Korean publication Th.....»»
AUO chair sees improvement in display panel supply-demand balance
The supply-demand imbalance of LCD panels is steadily easing, and the prospects of the panel industry are moving upward, according to Paul Peng, chairman of AUO (formerly known at AU Optronics)......»»
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......»»
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.....»»
Xiaomi 13 Ultra launch could be happening soon
If the latest rumors are correct, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra’s launch could be taking place in the next couple of months. The post Xiaomi 13 Ultra launch could be happening soon first appeared on Phandroid. Last month at MWC 2023, Xiaomi announc.....»»
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.....»»
DuckDuckGo’s new Wikipedia summary bot: “We fully expect it to make mistakes” [Updated]
DuckAssist provides an AI-powered Wikipedia summary, hoping to avoid hallucinations. Enlarge / An AI-generated image of a cyborg duck. (credit: Ars Technica) Not to be left out of the rush to integrate generative AI into.....»»
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.....»»