Part 1 includes eight documentary-style radio stories examine groundbreaking research and research-based practices throughout the U.S. designed to increase the participation of young girls and women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and careers. Part 2 features twenty-six two-minute radio modules about fascinating women throughout history who were pioneers in STEM fields. For a free CD, please give us your feedback by visiting www.womeninscience.org/feedback.php. en-us WAMC 2009 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:40:34 GMT Public Podcaster 30 womeninscience@wamc.org WAMC Northeast Public Radio no The Changing Role of Girls and Women in Science and Engineering Part 1 includes eight documentary-style radio stories examine groundbreaking research and research-based practices throughout the U.S. designed to increase the participation of young girls and women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education and careers. Part 2 features twenty-six two-minute radio modules about fascinating women throughout history who were pioneers in STEM fields. For a free CD, please give us your feedback by visiting www.womeninscience.org/feedback.php. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1529053 (1718-1799). This brilliant daughter of Italian nobility spoke five languages, wrote the first books on abstract geometry, and dreamed of being a nun. wamc Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/848752/mp3/news/podcast/17888/848752.mp3 00:00:00 no (1718-1799). This brilliant daughter of Italian nobility spoke five languages, wrote the first books on abstract geometry, and dreamed of being a nun. (1718-1799). This brilliant daughter of Italian nobility spoke five languages, wrote the first books on abstract geometry, and dreamed of being a nun. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1529048 (1716-1774). Anna was an artist who sculpted detailed anatomical models out of wax that were used in medical schools for centuries to come. wamc Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/848749/mp3/news/podcast/17888/848749.mp3 00:00:00 no (1716-1774). Anna was an artist who sculpted detailed anatomical models out of wax that were used in medical schools for centuries to come. (1716-1774). Anna was an artist who sculpted detailed anatomical models out of wax that were used in medical schools for centuries to come. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1529043 (1711-1778). This Italian mother of 12 became the first female professor of physics. She also successfully petitioned her university employer for more responsibility and a higher salary. wamc Mon, 13 Jul 2009 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/848747/mp3/news/podcast/17888/848747.mp3 00:00:00 no (1711-1778). This Italian mother of 12 became the first female professor of physics. She also successfully petitioned her university employer for more responsibility and a higher salary. (1711-1778). This Italian mother of 12 became the first female professor of physics. She also successfully petitioned her university employer for more responsibility and a higher salary. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364048 Mary Kies (1752-1837). Mary invented a method of weaving straw with silk. It proved to be a cost-effective way to make bonnets used by women working in fields. wamc Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758764/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758764.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Mary Kies (1752-1837). Mary invented a method of weaving straw with silk. It proved to be a cost-effective way to make bonnets used by women working in fields. Mary Kies (1752-1837). Mary invented a method of weaving straw with silk. It proved to be a cost-effective way to make bonnets used by women working in fields. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1331190 According to recent research findings from the University of Texas at Austin, having academically high-performing, same-sex friends can determine whether girls choose to take advanced math and science courses. These findings were put into practice this past year at a new all-girls middle school. wamc Sun, 01 Mar 2009 05:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/738437/mp3/news/podcast/17888/738437.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS According to recent research findings from the University of Texas at Austin, having academically high-performing, same-sex friends can determine whether girls choose to take advanced math and science courses. These findings were put into practice According to recent research findings from the University of Texas at Austin, having academically high-performing, same-sex friends can determine whether girls choose to take advanced math and science courses. These findings were put into practice this past year at a new all-girls middle school. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364114 Theo Colburn is a professor of zoology and environmental health analyst. She is best known for her studies on the harmful effects of certain man-made chemicals on animals. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758834/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758834.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Theo Colburn is a professor of zoology and environmental health analyst. She is best known for her studies on the harmful effects of certain man-made chemicals on animals. Theo Colburn is a professor of zoology and environmental health analyst. She is best known for her studies on the harmful effects of certain man-made chemicals on animals. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364113 Stephanie Kwolek (b.1923). She dreamed of becoming a fashion designer and later, a doctor. Stephanie didn't exactly do either, but the clothing she helped make saves lives. She is the chemist who invented Kevlar, the material used in bullet-proof vests. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758833/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758833.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Stephanie Kwolek (b.1923). She dreamed of becoming a fashion designer and later, a doctor. Stephanie didn't exactly do either, but the clothing she helped make saves lives. She is the chemist who invented Kevlar, the material used in bullet-proof Stephanie Kwolek (b.1923). She dreamed of becoming a fashion designer and later, a doctor. Stephanie didn't exactly do either, but the clothing she helped make saves lives. She is the chemist who invented Kevlar, the material used in bullet-proof vests. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364112 Gertrude Elion (1918-1999). As a Nobel Prize-winning biochemist and pharmacologist, Gertrude helped develop drugs to treat leukemia and arthritis, and prevent organ rejection. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758832/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758832.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Gertrude Elion (1918-1999). As a Nobel Prize-winning biochemist and pharmacologist, Gertrude helped develop drugs to treat leukemia and arthritis, and prevent organ rejection. Gertrude Elion (1918-1999). As a Nobel Prize-winning biochemist and pharmacologist, Gertrude helped develop drugs to treat leukemia and arthritis, and prevent organ rejection. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364110 Frances Gabe (b.1915). Hate housework? Invent your way out of it! Frances Gabe did. She invented the self-cleaning house. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758830/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758830.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Frances Gabe (b.1915). Hate housework? Invent your way out of it! Frances Gabe did. She invented the self-cleaning house. Frances Gabe (b.1915). Hate housework? Invent your way out of it! Frances Gabe did. She invented the self-cleaning house. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364109 Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin (1910-1994). While chemists around the world were trying to identify the composition of penicillin, Dorothy amazed them all by using x-rays to determine its structure. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758828/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758828.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin (1910-1994). While chemists around the world were trying to identify the composition of penicillin, Dorothy amazed them all by using x-rays to determine its structure. Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin (1910-1994). While chemists around the world were trying to identify the composition of penicillin, Dorothy amazed them all by using x-rays to determine its structure. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364108 Grace Hopper (1906-1992). Grace was a pioneering computer scientist and Navy Admiral. She invented the compiler, the first program to translate computer programming language. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758827/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758827.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Grace Hopper (1906-1992). Grace was a pioneering computer scientist and Navy Admiral. She invented the compiler, the first program to translate computer programming language. Grace Hopper (1906-1992). Grace was a pioneering computer scientist and Navy Admiral. She invented the compiler, the first program to translate computer programming language. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364107 Helen Taussig (1898-1986). Helen was almost deaf, so she diagnosed heart conditions by listening with her fingers. She eventually solved the mystery of blue baby syndrome. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758826/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758826.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Helen Taussig (1898-1986). Helen was almost deaf, so she diagnosed heart conditions by listening with her fingers. She eventually solved the mystery of blue baby syndrome. Helen Taussig (1898-1986). Helen was almost deaf, so she diagnosed heart conditions by listening with her fingers. She eventually solved the mystery of blue baby syndrome. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364106 May Edward Chinn (1896-1980). May was the first African American woman to graduate from the Bellevue Hospital Medical College. She practiced medicine in Harlem for 50 years. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758825/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758825.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS May Edward Chinn (1896-1980). May was the first African American woman to graduate from the Bellevue Hospital Medical College. She practiced medicine in Harlem for 50 years. May Edward Chinn (1896-1980). May was the first African American woman to graduate from the Bellevue Hospital Medical College. She practiced medicine in Harlem for 50 years. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364094 Edith Quimby (1891-1982). As a pioneer in radiology, Edith helped physicians determine more precise doses of radiation needed for cancer treatment with the fewest side effects. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758823/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758823.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Edith Quimby (1891-1982). As a pioneer in radiology, Edith helped physicians determine more precise doses of radiation needed for cancer treatment with the fewest side effects. Edith Quimby (1891-1982). As a pioneer in radiology, Edith helped physicians determine more precise doses of radiation needed for cancer treatment with the fewest side effects. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364092 Elizabeth Lee Hazen (1885-1975) and Rachel Fuller Brown (1908-1980). Elizabeth was a microbiologist and Rachel was a chemist. Their collaboration led to a vaccine for pneumonia and one of the first effective antifungal medications. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758820/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758820.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Elizabeth Lee Hazen (1885-1975) and Rachel Fuller Brown (1908-1980). Elizabeth was a microbiologist and Rachel was a chemist. Their collaboration led to a vaccine for pneumonia and one of the first effective antifungal medications. Elizabeth Lee Hazen (1885-1975) and Rachel Fuller Brown (1908-1980). Elizabeth was a microbiologist and Rachel was a chemist. Their collaboration led to a vaccine for pneumonia and one of the first effective antifungal medications. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364091 Emmy Noether (1882-1935). She went into the family business as a young girl, but Emmy soon surpassed her father and her brothers as a mathematician, proving concepts behind Einstein's theory of relativity. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758819/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758819.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Emmy Noether (1882-1935). She went into the family business as a young girl, but Emmy soon surpassed her father and her brothers as a mathematician, proving concepts behind Einstein's theory of relativity. Emmy Noether (1882-1935). She went into the family business as a young girl, but Emmy soon surpassed her father and her brothers as a mathematician, proving concepts behind Einstein's theory of relativity. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364090 Alice Evans (1881-1975). She began her career trying to make cheese taste better, but her research eventually led to laws mandating the pasteurization of milk. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758818/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758818.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Alice Evans (1881-1975). She began her career trying to make cheese taste better, but her research eventually led to laws mandating the pasteurization of milk. Alice Evans (1881-1975). She began her career trying to make cheese taste better, but her research eventually led to laws mandating the pasteurization of milk. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364078 Lillie Rosa Minoka Hill (1876-1952). This daughter of a Mohawk Indian woman and a Quaker doctor ran a kitchen clinic out of her Wisconsin farmhouse for 47 years. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758799/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758799.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Lillie Rosa Minoka Hill (1876-1952). This daughter of a Mohawk Indian woman and a Quaker doctor ran a kitchen clinic out of her Wisconsin farmhouse for 47 years. Lillie Rosa Minoka Hill (1876-1952). This daughter of a Mohawk Indian woman and a Quaker doctor ran a kitchen clinic out of her Wisconsin farmhouse for 47 years. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364069 Sara Josephine Baker (1873-1945). Dr. Joe was the first woman to earn a doctorate in public health from New York University. She spent her career working to improve health care for the poor. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758795/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758795.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Sara Josephine Baker (1873-1945). Dr. Joe was the first woman to earn a doctorate in public health from New York University. She spent her career working to improve health care for the poor. Sara Josephine Baker (1873-1945). Dr. Joe was the first woman to earn a doctorate in public health from New York University. She spent her career working to improve health care for the poor. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364067 Ellen Churchill Semple (1863-1932). Ellen was an influential geographer. She was among the first to write about the ways the natural environment impacted the course of human history. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758793/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758793.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Ellen Churchill Semple (1863-1932). Ellen was an influential geographer. She was among the first to write about the ways the natural environment impacted the course of human history. Ellen Churchill Semple (1863-1932). Ellen was an influential geographer. She was among the first to write about the ways the natural environment impacted the course of human history. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364053 Emily Roebling (1843-1903). Much of the construction of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge was directed by the architect's daughter-in-law, Emily. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758781/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758781.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Emily Roebling (1843-1903). Much of the construction of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge was directed by the architect's daughter-in-law, Emily. Emily Roebling (1843-1903). Much of the construction of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge was directed by the architect's daughter-in-law, Emily. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364052 Mary Walker(1832-1919). She was a surgeon in the Civil War, and the first and only woman to be awarded the Medal of Honor. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758780/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758780.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Mary Walker(1832-1919). She was a surgeon in the Civil War, and the first and only woman to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Mary Walker(1832-1919). She was a surgeon in the Civil War, and the first and only woman to be awarded the Medal of Honor. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364051 Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910). The first woman to earn a medical degree, Elizabeth was rejected from 29 medical schools before being accepted. She graduated at the top of her class. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758779/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758779.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910). The first woman to earn a medical degree, Elizabeth was rejected from 29 medical schools before being accepted. She graduated at the top of her class. Elizabeth Blackwell (1821-1910). The first woman to earn a medical degree, Elizabeth was rejected from 29 medical schools before being accepted. She graduated at the top of her class. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364050 Mary Somerville (1780-1872). With almost no formal education, Mary became the most accomplished science writer of her time. The term scientist was coined to describe her. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758777/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758777.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Mary Somerville (1780-1872). With almost no formal education, Mary became the most accomplished science writer of her time. The term scientist was coined to describe her. Mary Somerville (1780-1872). With almost no formal education, Mary became the most accomplished science writer of her time. The term scientist was coined to describe her. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1364049 Marie Lavoisier (1758-1836). An arranged marriage led her to an unexpected role in the history of chemistry. As a laboratory assistant, translator, and scientific illustrator, Marie was instrumental in her husband's discoveries in chemistry. wamc Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758765/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758765.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Marie Lavoisier (1758-1836). An arranged marriage led her to an unexpected role in the history of chemistry. As a laboratory assistant, translator, and scientific illustrator, Marie was instrumental in her husband's discoveries in chemistry. Marie Lavoisier (1758-1836). An arranged marriage led her to an unexpected role in the history of chemistry. As a laboratory assistant, translator, and scientific illustrator, Marie was instrumental in her husband's discoveries in chemistry. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1363141 Lilavati (12th century). A noted Indian mathematician wrote a book used to teach algebra called Lilavati (or Leelavati). The book was named after his daughter who was also an excellent mathematician. wamc Thu, 11 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758043/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758043.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Lilavati (12th century). A noted Indian mathematician wrote a book used to teach algebra called Lilavati (or Leelavati). The book was named after his daughter who was also an excellent mathematician. Lilavati (12th century). A noted Indian mathematician wrote a book used to teach algebra called Lilavati (or Leelavati). The book was named after his daughter who was also an excellent mathematician. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1363139 Theano (6th century). Students of algebra are familiar with the Golden Mean, but they may not know who discovered it. Many think it was Pythagoras, but some scholars believe it may have been his wife, Theano. wamc Thu, 11 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/758041/mp3/news/podcast/17888/758041.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Theano (6th century). Students of algebra are familiar with the Golden Mean, but they may not know who discovered it. Many think it was Pythagoras, but some scholars believe it may have been his wife, Theano. Theano (6th century). Students of algebra are familiar with the Golden Mean, but they may not know who discovered it. Many think it was Pythagoras, but some scholars believe it may have been his wife, Theano. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1360554 Data shows that fewer African American women than white women in STEM college programs are continuing on to graduate school. To figure out why this disparity exists, one researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is examining undergraduate African American students' perceptions of graduate education in STEM disciplines. wamc Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/756338/mp3/news/podcast/17888/756338.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Data shows that fewer African American women than white women in STEM college programs are continuing on to graduate school. To figure out why this disparity exists, one researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is examining undergraduate Data shows that fewer African American women than white women in STEM college programs are continuing on to graduate school. To figure out why this disparity exists, one researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham is examining undergraduate African American students' perceptions of graduate education in STEM disciplines. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1282848 Dr. Penny Hammrich is researching and designing a program to attract young women to science. She does this by mixing science learning up with something fun...sports! wamc Sun, 01 Jun 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/709497/mp3/news/podcast/17888/709497.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS Dr. Penny Hammrich is researching and designing a program to attract young women to science. She does this by mixing science learning up with something fun...sports! Dr. Penny Hammrich is researching and designing a program to attract young women to science. She does this by mixing science learning up with something fun...sports! WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1264360 Researchers at the University of Hawaii are examining the role that language plays in young girls' confidence in their mathematic abilities. wamc Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/698226/mp3/news/podcast/17888/698226.mp3 00:00:00 no SOUNDS OF PROGRESS, UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII Researchers at the University of Hawaii are examining the role that language plays in young girls' confidence in their mathematic abilities. Researchers at the University of Hawaii are examining the role that language plays in young girls' confidence in their mathematic abilities. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1250858 Women are less likely to seek careers in computer science than almost any other scientific job. A team of researchers at Stanford University is trying to determine why this is the case and what schools can do to try and improve programs to encourage more women to stay in computer sciences. wamc Thu, 27 Mar 2008 04:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/690267/mp3/news/podcast/17888/690267.mp3 00:00:00 no Women are less likely to seek careers in computer science than almost any other scientific job. A team of researchers at Stanford University is trying to determine why this is the case and what schools can do to try and improve programs to encourage Women are less likely to seek careers in computer science than almost any other scientific job. A team of researchers at Stanford University is trying to determine why this is the case and what schools can do to try and improve programs to encourage more women to stay in computer sciences. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1236156 Recent research offers a strong indication of the types of interventions that benefit girls' choices of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics...STEM careers. Although exposure to science throughout the K thru 12 curriculum is crucial, the middle school years appear to be the most pivotal time for girls. wamc Fri, 29 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/681347/mp3/news/podcast/17888/681347.mp3 00:00:00 no Recent research offers a strong indication of the types of interventions that benefit girls' choices of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics...STEM careers. Although exposure to science throughout the K thru 12 curriculum is Recent research offers a strong indication of the types of interventions that benefit girls' choices of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics...STEM careers. Although exposure to science throughout the K thru 12 curriculum is crucial, the middle school years appear to be the most pivotal time for girls. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1221398 While Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) continue to grow, they are often the least understood and least studied institutions in higher education. But that's changing at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. wamc Fri, 01 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/672424/mp3/news/podcast/17888/672424.mp3 00:00:00 no NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY, DNIMAS While Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) continue to grow, they are often the least understood and least studied institutions in higher education. But that's changing at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. While Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) continue to grow, they are often the least understood and least studied institutions in higher education. But that's changing at Norfolk State University in Norfolk, Virginia. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1221394 The National Science Foundation has released its latest Science and Engineering Indicators report. It listed 50 colleges and universities awarding the most degrees to African-Americans in science and engineering. Of course there's Spelman, Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford, Cornell. But also in that mix of top schools, is Norfolk State University. wamc Fri, 01 Feb 2008 05:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/672419/mp3/news/podcast/17888/672419.mp3 00:00:00 no NORFOLK STATE UNIVERSITY The National Science Foundation has released its latest Science and Engineering Indicators report. It listed 50 colleges and universities awarding the most degrees to African-Americans in science and engineering. Of course there's Spelman, The National Science Foundation has released its latest Science and Engineering Indicators report. It listed 50 colleges and universities awarding the most degrees to African-Americans in science and engineering. Of course there's Spelman, Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford, Cornell. But also in that mix of top schools, is Norfolk State University. WAMC Northeast Public Radio http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1201668 Fewer young adults are training for technical careers. Women, especially, are opting out. Dr. Lecia Barker wants to change that. wamc Thu, 20 Dec 2007 05:00:00 GMT womeninscience@wamc.org http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/wamc/.jukebox/media/wamc/660600/mp3/news/podcast/17888/660600.mp3 00:00:00 no Fewer young adults are training for technical careers. Women, especially, are opting out. Dr. Lecia Barker wants to change that. Fewer young adults are training for technical careers. Women, especially, are opting out. Dr. Lecia Barker wants to change that. WAMC Northeast Public Radio