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25 Metro Areas Ranked for Women's Well-Being
Analyzing data on health, education, and income across the 25 biggest cities in the country a social science research organization ranked the cities to determine the best spots for women's well-being. Topping the list is Washington, DC with the best median income and education levels.
Best cities for women
High-Paying Career Tops Women's Priorities
Phone surveys conducted by the Pew Research Center revealed that two-thirds of women between ages 18 and 34 cited a high-paying career among their top life priorities, up from 56% in 1997. At the same time, the number of women who said being a good parent was one of the most important things in their life increased 17 percentage points.
Study Suggests Powerful Women Better Seen than Heard
A trio of studies that examine gender, power, and volubility (talking time) revealed that powerful men talk more than powerful women, powerful women were hesitant to talk more for fear of backlash about being too domineering or controlling, and that their fears of backlash were warranted because they were judged differently. Powerful men who spoke more were judged as more suitable for leadership while the reverse was true for women. |
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Commission Says Do More for Grad Students
The Educational Testing Service (ETS) and the Council of Graduate Schools (CGS) released "Pathways Through Graduate School and Into Careers" which seeks to answer questions about what graduates do, how their work life progresses, and how well prepared they are for their careers. The report recommends that graduate schools make career counseling services available and suggests that federal agencies should develop a Professional Plus Program to fund professional development as an enhancement to any grant on which research assistantships are funded.
A Blueprint for Transforming Career and Technical Education
The U.S. Department of Education released a report titled "Investing in America's Future: A Blueprint for Transforming Career and Technical Education" to support the reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 which introduced important changes in federal support for career and technical education.
Bayer Corporation Releases Years' Worth of STEM Education Data
The report is a compilation of data from 1995-2011 for the Bayer Facts of Science Education public opinion research surveys that polled various audiences including Ph.D. scientists and science teachers. Fifteen universally held beliefs about STEM education are identified including the need for science literacy and the important role parents can play.
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| Health | | Contributed by Anahita Hamidi
The Foodies Guide to Calcium
The "got milk?" ad campaigns of the late 1990s were an effective strategy to get individuals to drink more milk. Boasting an average of 300mg of calcium per standard serving, a glass of milk has long been seen as a great way to obtain this mineral. But, don't forget the other options! This article hi-lights other calcium-rich foods - from leafy greens and nuts, fish.
Want to Gain Weight? Go on a Diet.
In an effort to lose weight quickly, many individuals choose to "go on a diet". Yet, this approach may actually lead to weight gain according to recent research! It has been shown that when dieting there is a rise in hormones that stimulate appetite and a drop in those that suppress it. For sustainable and healthy weight loss, the best approach seems to be making incremental lifestyle changes. |
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Contributed by Anahita Hamidi
Populations of Neurons Speak
The ability to simultaneously record the activity of many neurons is quickly becoming a standard practice within the field of neuroscience. Yet, what these patterns of neuronal firing actually mean is a problem that has yet to be solved. A recent article published in the Frontiers of Neuroscience discusses a new method of calculating and analyzing information conveyed by populations of neurons.
The Strategy of Science Deniers
From Galileo to global warming, there have always been those that deny science. Evolutionary biologist, Sean Carroll, studies the similarities between different occurrences of science denial. He explains that there is a common pattern that deniers follow in an attempt to cast doubt on good science.
James Cameron's Plan to Mine Metals in Space
A group of high-profile CEOs, researchers and celebrities have created Planetary Resources, a company that will mine asteroids for precious metals. The firm is backed by the likes of Google's Larry Page and Hollywood director James Cameron. |
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Contributed by Anahita Hamidi
Friends Keep You Healthy
Female friendships are amongst the strongest bonds that can exist between individuals. In fact, females who are friends with other females tend to have stronger immune systems, are more emotionally resilient, and live longer. The benefits are clear across animal kingdoms and extend into human relationships. So grab a friend and go have a chat over a cup of coffee!
Sisterhood
Overcoming the Dangers of Too Many Comparisons
Many of us tend to appraise our sense of self-worth by comparing ourselves to others in our peer group. While this may seem harmless - it becomes a problem when envy and jealousy grow as a result. Read on for a few strategies to deal with the negative side effects of too much comparing.
Stop comparing
5 Reasons Your Co-Workers Don't Like You
Take a look at five common complaints about co-workers to see if the whispering at the cooler is about you. Thankfully, a little workplace etiquette can ward off disagreements and make you appear more congenial.
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| AWIS News and Events |
Thursday, May 3, 2012 from 3:00pm - 4:00pm
STEMiNARs© are online educational opportunities designed with your interest and comfort in mind. Using a webinar platform, AWIS hosts STEMiNARs© where members can hear live presentations and interact with the presenters from the comfort of their computer or mobile devices. Can't participate at the designated time? No problem. The STEMiNARs© are recorded and posted online.
Other Events AWIS San Diego Chapter Event: 2012 AWIS San Diego Scholarship Gala Date: May 3 Time: 6:00pm - 9:30pm AWIS Greater Cincinnati Chapter Event: Volunteer for the Flying Pig Date: May 6 Time: 6:00am - 10:00am
AWIS Inland Empire Chapter
Event: Work-Life Satisfaction Workshop
Date: May 8
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
AWIS Northern California Chapters Event: 18th Annual NCC Banquet
Date: May 8
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Register Now (Deadline May 1) AWIS Greater Cincinnati Chapter Event: Attracting Foundations Seminar Date: May 8 Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
AWIS National
Event: AWIS Chapter Leaders: How to Access Chapter Membership Reports to Increase Revenue
Date: May 10
Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm
AWIS Chicago Chapter Event: Women in Science Symposium 2012: Big Ideas, Big Impact Date: May 11-12 |
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BBRG Affiliated Scholars ProgramThe BBRG Affiliated Visiting Scholars Program is designed to accommodate scholars who would like to spend a relatively short period of time in residence, ranging from one month to six months. The BBRG Affiliated Visiting Scholars Program is open to senior and junior faculty (tenured and untenured), visiting scholars, postdoctoral scholars and independent scholars, from the U.S. and abroad, whose work is centrally on women and gender. Applicants must have the Ph.D. in hand one year prior to the beginning of the appointment. The BBRG accepts applications for the BBRG Affiliated Visiting Scholars Program throughout the academic year.Have you ever wanted to do research in Europe? Apply for a Marie Curie Fellowship. The goal of the Marie Curie Fellowship is to strengthen the human potential in research and technology by stimulating people to enter into the profession of research and attracting researchers from the entire world to Europe. This Fellowship addresses researchers at all stages of their careers, in the public and private sectors, from initial research training, specifically intended for young people, to life long learning and career development. Proposals are welcomed from all areas of scientific and technological research and the fellowship covers your salary plus your research expenses. To apply, you must have either a doctoral degree or at least 4 years' full-time equivalent research experience, after obtaining a degree permitting you to embark on a doctorate.
The Small Business Postdoctoral Research Diversity Fellowship program aims to encourage creative and highly-trained recipients of doctoral degrees in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering and mathematical disciplines to engage in hands-on research projects in their areas of expertise at the kind of small innovative businesses that historically have fueled the nation's economic regime. This fellowship program offers small businesses the opportunity to attract top scientific and technological talent at a fraction of the usual cost, while recruiting postdoctoral fellows to work for at least a year outside an academic setting on cutting-edge research aimed at promoting scientific excellence and strengthening our nation's technological prowess. Each research fellow will receive a stipend of at least $75,000 plus health insurance benefits. This fellowship is an early career educational and training opportunity designed to engage its Fellows in the analytical process that informs U.S. science and technology policy. Fellows develop basic skills essential to working or participating in science policy at the federal, state, or local levels. Graduate and professional school students are eligible to apply. The program takes place in Washington, D.C. Applications are due May 1, 2012. References due the week before. The Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) Postdoctoral Research Awards support EERE's mission in energy efficiency and renewable energy by offering recent Ph.D. recipients the opportunity to conduct applied research at universities, national laboratories, and other research facilities. The award will provide an annual stipend, allowances for health insurance and research-related expenses, and limited reimbursement for relocation expenses. An Annual Research Meeting for participants will be organized and hosted by EERE. The application deadline is May 1, 2012. Mapping Meaning invites women artists, scientist, and scholars from all disciplines to participate in a unique 5-day conference to be held this summer at the Capitol Reef Field Station in southern Utah.The roughly 15 participants will engage in cross-discipline dialogue using this year's focus, "ecotone." Applications are due by May 1, 2012 WESH, Women Executives in Science and Healthcare (formerly known as SELAM, The Society for Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine) is hosting a Spring Executive Leadership Summit, "Renew and Redirect: A Workshop for Senior Leaders" at the Loews Hotel, Philadelphia, PA, May 4-6, 2012. For more information email wesh@fernley.com. Euroscience Open Forum is the biennial pan-European meeting dedicated to scientific research and innovation. The ESOF2012 event, to be held in Dublin in July, will discuss the best of European science and address all of the current major global scientific challenges. Travel grants are open for all "Early-Stage Researchers" working in European countries. The deadline for travel grant applications is May 10, 2012. Cognizant is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services. The goal of this design-based scholarship program is to expand the pool of students in STEM fields. Students will be required to submit documentation of a hands-on project. The application deadline is May 15, 2012.
National Research Council Committee Recommendations The NRC is preparing to form a committee to undertake a new study, "Understanding and Monitoring Abrupt Climate Change and its Impacts," under the guidance of the Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate. To submit a nomination, send the person's name, affiliation, contact information, area of expertise, and a brief statement to Amanda Purcell. The deadline is May 16, 2012.
The National Science Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2013 PAESMEM Awards. This program seeks to identify outstanding individual mentoring efforts or organizational programs designed to enhance the participation and retention of individuals who might not otherwise have considered or had access to opportunities in STEM fields. The awardees serve as exemplars to their colleagues and are leaders in the national effort to develop more fully the nation's human resources in STEM. Nominations are due June 6, 2012.
Women@NASA has created a virtual mentoring project that offers a one-of-a-kind experience to middle school girls across the country. Once accepted into the G.I.R.L.S. (Giving Initiative and Relevance to Learning Science) 5-week program, participants will be mentored by Women@NASA using Skype or Google Chat, and complete online lessons to learn what it takes to change the world through STEM fields. Applications are due June 15, 2012.
The Elsevier Foundation is seeking new grant proposals for the 2012 New Scholars and Innovative Libraries in Developing Countries programs. Grants will be awarded in December 2012 and provide one-three year awards between $5,000-$50,000 per year for a total of $100,000. The Innovative Libraries in Developing Countries program provides grants to libraries in the developing world helping to improve access to scientific, technical, and medical information. The New Scholars Program supports projects to help early- to mid-career women scientists balance family responsibilities with demanding academic careers and addresses the the attrition rate of talented women scientists. The application process has two rounds--the deadline for the first is June 24, 2012.
The BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Awards seek to recognize and encourage world-class research and artistic creation, prizing contributions of lasting impact for their originality, theoretical significance and ability to push back the frontiers of the known world. These international awards span eight categories including Basic Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Biomedicine, Ecology and Conservation Biology, Climate Change and more. The award includes a €400.000 prize. The closing date for submissions is June 30, 2012.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science is seeking nominations for its 2012 Mentor Awards: the Lifetime Mentor Award and the Mentor Award. The awards honor individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary leadership to increase the participation of underrepresented groups in the science and engineering PhD workforce. Questions can be directed to Gerard Boulin, and the deadline is July 31, 2012.
The SCN, a new Research Coordination Network for Undergraduate Biology Education, is hosting a networking meeting to help strategize how case study and problem based learning approaches could be used to address perceived gaps in undergraduate biology education. The meeting, called "Networking Strategies to Bridge Perceived Gaps in Biology Education: Content, Reaching Diverse Students, Faculty and Future Faculty Development, and the Biology Curriculum Continuum," is hosted by the National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science and will be in Buffalo, NY on August 6-7, 2012.
Keystone Symposia on Molecular and Cellular Biology will offer a limited number of travel awards to early career investigators at the Assistant Professor or equivalent industry scientist level. The travel awards are to attend Keystone Symposia meetings. The purpose of these travel awards is specifically for early career investigators at the Assistant Professor or industry scientist equivalent level. At times researchers find that attending a Keystone Symposia meeting might substantially further a current research project or assist in problem solving around a particular experimental issue. These travel awards are specifically designed to address this situation. The emphasis is on URM scientists who are pursuing research careers.The application process opened March 1, 2012 for all of meetings between now and February 28, 2013. However, the awards will be made upon review, on a first come basis.
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