Thursday, March 14, 2024
6:00pm - 8:00pm MDT (UTC-6)
Society of Economic Geologists | Littleton, CO, United States
In-person event, hosted by Lisa M.P. Munoz
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Description
The stories we tell about scientists manifest in a number of ways throughout society and the scientific enterprise. From who decides to become a scientist to how the work of science is conducted, perceptions of scientists drive public literacy about, and trust in, the sciences. Science writer and author Lisa M.P. Munoz will look at how public perceptions of scientists (including geoscientists) have been evolving and what those changes mean for the role of scientists in society. The talk will draw from research and stories shared in her book, Women in Science Now: Stories and Strategies for Achieving Equity (Columbia University Press, 2023).
Venue
Agenda
6:00pm: Doors Open
6:30pm: Presentation
7:10pm: Q&A Session
7:30pm:: Networking and Book Signing
8:00pm: Conclusion
Book Signing
Limited copies of Women in Science Now: Stories and Strategies for Achieving Equity will be available for purchase onsite via Tattered Cover Book Store. Lisa will hold a book signing following the completion of her talk.
About the Book
Women in Science Now: Stories and Strategies for Achieving Equity
Women working in the sciences face obstacles at virtually every step along their career paths. From subtle slights to blatant biases, deep systemic problems block women from advancing or push them out of science and technology entirely.
Women in Science Now examines solutions to this persistent gender gap, offering new perspectives on how to make science more equitable and inclusive for all. This book shares stories and insights of women from a range of backgrounds working in various disciplines, illustrating the journeys that brought them to the sciences, the challenges they faced along the way, and the important contributions they have made to their fields. Lisa M. P. Munoz combines these narratives with a wealth of data to illuminate the size and scope of the challenges women scientists face, while highlighting research-based solutions to help overcome these obstacles. She presents groundbreaking studies in social psychology and organizational behavior that are informing novel approaches for combating historic and ongoing inequities.
Through a combined focus on personal experiences and social-science research, this timely book provides both a path toward greater gender equity and an inspiring vision of science and scientists.
Speaker
Lisa M.P. Munoz
SciComm Services
SEG Member
Registration
There is no fee to attend but space is limited. Please register for this event no later than March 13, 2024 to ensure your spot.