Trichaptum mushrooms found to have more than 17,000 gender alleles
A team of researchers with several members from the University of Oslo and one with the University of Michigan has found that Trichaptum mushrooms have more than 17,000 gender alleles. They have published a paper detailing their work on the open acce.....»»
How often do you think about the Roman empire? TikTok trend exposes the way we gender history
How often do you think about the Roman empire? This question, posed to men by their partners on social media app TikTok, has led to a storm of viral videos. Women are amused to discover the answer is often "every day," or at least "several times a we.....»»
Research reveals AI bias against women in leadership
New research from the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics at the University of Tasmania has revealed that AI-generated content can perpetuate harmful gender biases......»»
Hidden in plain sight: Women face subtle forms of discrimination and bias in the workplace, say researchers
Gender discrimination remains a pervasive issue in the workplace. While obvious cases of discrimination against women—like sexist comments or the systematic underpayment of women—dominate headlines, there are subtler, more insidious forms of disc.....»»
Your Zoom background might influence the first impression you make
In a new study, participants tended to judge faces appearing against backgrounds featuring houseplants or bookcases as more trustworthy and competent than faces with a living space or a novelty image behind them. Gender and facial expression also app.....»»
Practical tips for educators to support gender-diverse students
A new school year is here; are you ready? With the beginning of the academic year, many educators are preparing for the inevitable shift in their students' needs from the more relaxed summer months. Parents of transgender, gender-diverse and nonbinar.....»»
Asian women are still a minority in diplomatic positions: How we can fix this?
The 2022 Global Gender Gap Report showed Asian countries have managed to narrow the gender gap in economic, education and health sectors. But when it comes to political participation, the gap persists......»»
Researcher uncovers how stereotypes about brilliance shape women"s decisions to study psychology or philosophy
Even though women in high school and college tend to outperform men academically, they still internalize the stereotype that brilliance is more linked to men. This belief affects their choice of major and perpetuates gender gaps in academic fields, a.....»»
Kids have already "normalized" gender roles by preschool, study finds
So much for the powerful feminist messaging in the new Barbie movie......»»
Death and mourning in Ghana: How gender shapes the rituals of the Akan people
Gender has a significant impact on the socio-economic, political and religious experiences of Ghanaians. For Akans, the country's largest ethnic group, descent is traced through the maternal line. Property is transferred in this line too......»»
New research debunks the gender pay gap myth that "women don"t ask"
For nearly two decades, the negotiation skills of working women have frequently been blamed for the gender pay gap. New research by Vanderbilt Professor Jessica A. Kennedy finds the gender difference in tendency to negotiate has now reversed, and the.....»»
Medieval French narrative reveals that the complexity of gender identity spans centuries
Gender and gender identity may seem like more recent headline-grabbing topics, but societies have discussed the subjects for centuries. A new approach to reading a medieval French narrative text suggests that gender identity 600 years ago was just as.....»»
Dictionary.com embraces "they," adds hundreds of new words
Dictionary.com entry examples will use "they" instead of "he or she." The lexicographers and editors at Dictionary.com know a long-lasting trend when they see one. For its latest update, the digital dictionary will now use the gender-neutral "t.....»»
"I almost lost my will to live": Preference for sons is leaving young women in China exploited and abused
China has a gender crisis. The country has a huge surplus of men—around 722 million compared to 690 million women in 2022. This is largely because of sex-selective abortions linked to China's one-child policy, which ended in 2015......»»
Trans students benefit from gender-inclusive classrooms—so do the other students and science itself, says researcher
Across the U.S., legislators are debating how and when sex and gender should be discussed in the classroom and beyond. Specifically, these bills are considering whether anything beyond male or female can be included in library books and lesson plans......»»
Research sheds light on how gender inequality in the media industry impacts job satisfaction
Research led by experts at City, University of London has found lower perceptions of gender equality and the prevalence of workplace sexual harassment negatively impact on job satisfaction in newsrooms across global regions. While sexual harassment i.....»»
Gender disparities limit chances for women PhD students training to be new inventors, says new research
In the innovation economy, individuals with STEM Ph.D.s are a critical source of human capital, with nearly 60% of Ph.D.s in STEM fields—such as engineering, chemistry and biology—being employed outside of universities. These students are increas.....»»
FIFA Women"s World Cup successes reflect gender gap differences between countries
The recent FIFA Women's World Cup was nothing short of exhilarating, with the final match between Spain's victorious La Roja team versus England's Lionesses leaving fans on the edge of their seats......»»
How gender inequality is hindering Japan"s economic growth
Japan's economy is under pressure from rising energy prices and defense costs and the impact of the pandemic. Plummeting birth rates and an aging population further threaten the sustainability of its labor market. A 2023 study by independent thinktan.....»»
Natural compound in white button mushrooms could benefit animal, human health
A team of researchers in Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences has identified a compound in white button mushrooms that could potentially benefit gut health in mammals by activating a protective biological response......»»
No regrets: Gender-affirming chest surgery in adults has long-term satisfaction
Evidence of high satisfaction among adults getting gender-affirming care. Enlarge / MANHATTAN, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES - 2023/06/25: Participant seen holding a sign at the march. Thousands of New Yorkers took to the streets of Ma.....»»