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Is Science a man’s world?
28th June 2016
As university students across the country celebrate the end of their studies, recent research shows that almost a quarter of today’s female science students are considering walking away from the subject they love once they graduate.
The research shows that almost a quarter won’t or are not sure whether they will pursue a career in science citing reasons regarding future work-life balance, future earning power, and unappealing career options. Others say they have felt lonely and isolated.
The studies also show that whilst the students enjoyed their University courses they found them harder than expected.
Other issues include ongoing problems such as sexism and a lack of support for women in labs also persist; Around 10% of female students has experienced sexism within their studies, and a similar proportion say they’ve felt ostracized on their course. 12% don’t find it easy to get the help and support they need from other students or lecturers.
According to L’Oréal, which employs 3,870 scientists and researchers around the globe, these factors are contributing to under-representation of women working in STEM careers in the UK. Currently just 15% of the UK STEM workforces are women, and fewer than 3% of Nobel prizes in the sciences are awarded to women.
In response to this, L’Oréal’ has launched a global For Women in Science Manifesto (www.forwomeninscience.com) in association with UNESCO, encouraging people to sign up to a series of commitments to increase gender equality in science careers, including better support and mentoring for young women scientists.
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