Famous Women in STEM
Name a famous woman who received a Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2025
Mary E. Brunkow
What does STEM stand for?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
What is more important to consider "Equity" and "Equality" in education?
People must first ensure equity before they can enjoy equality
Why should we care about gender gap in STEM?
Name at least 3 famous women in STEM and their field
For example, Rosalind Franklin (Biophysics, Chemistry)
Ada Lovelace (Mathematics, Computing)
Fei-Fei Li (Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence)
What does the concept "Inequality" mean?
Unequal distribution of opportunities, resources, and outcomes among students
What is the central finding of Stoet & Geary (2018) regarding women in STEM fields?
Women in more gender-equal countries are less likely to pursue STEM careers
What makes China the global leader in STEM graduate output?
Heavy government investment in science and technology, and strong demand from fast‑growing industries like AI
What is Marie Skłodowska-Curie known for?
The first woman to win a Nobel Prize, and the only person to win Nobel Prizes in two different scientific fields (Physics in 1903 for her work on radioactivity, and Chemistry in 1911 for discovering radium and polonium).
What does the concept "Equality" mean?
sameness, everyone receives the same recourses
Name 1 country with highest rate of gender equality and 1 country with highest rate of gender inequality
For example, Finland, Norway
Afghanistan
Why might women in less gender-equal or poorer countries enter STEM at higher rates?
STEM careers are seen as financially secure