WOMEN IN SCIENCE

Abstract

TWO BOOKS have recently been published that focus on women in the sciences and that have relevance to the field of chemistry. They both offer interesting information on issues that women face in the pursuit of successful scientific careers, but with two different styles and formats. Every Other Thursday: Stories and Strategies From Successful Women Scientists is experiential, providing an intimate view of how a group of women scientists have relied on each other to cope with the career challenges that women scientists commonly face. The second book, titled Are Women Achieving Equity in Chemistry? Dissolving Disparity and Catalyzing Change is data driven. It provides a wealth of data and information about the current status of women in chemistry and the challenges that women face in climbing the career ladder. Every Other Thursday, by chemist Ellen Daniell, is based on the professional and personal experiences of a group of seven women scientists who ...