STEM
Does the Tech Industry Even Deserve Women?
In the essay collection Lean Out, women in tech argue that it's not their fault for wanting to leave a toxic work environment.
Principals at Poor Schools Grossly Underestimate the Demand for Computer Science
Google commissioned Gallup to find out what parents, students, and school officials thought about computer science education.
Apple’s Hiring Practices Aren’t Matching Up with Its Diversity Goals
Tim Cook hails workforce diversity progress while acknowledging “how much further” Apple has to go.
How a Victorian Astronomer Fought the Gender Pay Gap, and Won
That time a brilliant female scientist called bullshit on 'lady privileges.'
Discover the Secret to Pixar Magic in a New Interactive Exhibition
The Boston Museum of Science showcases the science and technology behind the studio’s films.
How Misperceptions About Math Contribute to the Science Gender Gap
A new study looks at how “perceived mathematical ability” affects entry into maths-intensive science fields.
'Minecraft' and 'Kerbal Space Program' Finally Accept Girls Can Do Science
Both popular games get girl characters for the first time.
Not Everyone Is Happy About the Influx of Foreign Workers That Could Soon Hit Silicon Valley
The debate over foreign worker visas is not purely about attracting top talent, critics say, but about tech companies seeking cheap labor and higher profits.
Hypatia and the Double-Edged Sword of Women’s Science History
Celebrating the bravest women in science history on International Women’s Day.
These Porn Stars Fisted for Charity
Mercedes Carrera is a porn star with a heart of gold. She's using her talents to raise money for tech and science scholarships.
At CES, Women Executives Are Still Mistaken for Booth Babes
But there are pros and cons to being a woman in what is still a male-dominated space.
An Analysis of Barack Obama’s First Line of JavaScript
President Obama became the first president to publicly code—here’s what he wrote.