A new film highlights the efforts of a Diné hydrologist to protect sacred waters
March 12, 2018 — Emily V. Driscoll
Cast your vote for the unsung and insufficiently sung female heroes of science for a celebratory poster series from the Perimeter Institute
March 8, 2018 — Michael D. Lemonick
There are a zillion things to love about Black Panther, but seeing Letitia Wright embody a brilliant black scientist brought me incredible joy
February 22, 2018 — Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
The data-driven technique can perpetuate inequality, but if done right, it also presents an unprecedented opportunity to advance social justice
February 19, 2018 — Eric Siegel
A new database is fighting the poor visibility of women in STEM by offering female professionals as speakers, panelists, experts, course leaders and advocates for diversity and equity ...
February 12, 2018 — Katarzyna Nowak
The organization has consistently improved the efficiency and quality of public services on the island—and in the face of crushing debt and hurricane devastation, it's more crucial than ever...
February 1, 2018 — Mónica I. Feliú-Mójer
The assumption that health disparities are caused by race rather than racism permeates many organizations, including the NIH
January 30, 2018 — Jennifer Tsai
A biologist teaches students to believe they can be better than they ever imagined
January 23, 2018 — Bryan Dewsbury
A new proposed regulation from the Trump Administration is trying to elevate the personal beliefs of providers above the command to “do no harm”—and above civil rights laws...
January 19, 2018 — Harper Jean Tobin
A tribute to a dozen trailblazers who made the world a better place through their discoveries, advancements, and inventions.
January 19, 2018 — Maia Weinstock
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