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Fins, Alice – 1979
This book presents the life stories of 10 women who work in various fields of science as well as information on education and financial aid and getting a good job (focusing on jobs in academia and industry). The life stories, based on interviews with women scientists, are organized according to their academic fields: (1) biology--Dr. Beatrice…
Descriptors: Astronomy, Biographies, Biology, Chemistry
Direct linkNational Academies Press, 2003
The report discusses incorporating more math, physics, chemistry, engineering and computer science into classes and laboratory work and emphasizing independent research will help undergraduate education reflect real-world science. Schools, professional societies and funding agencies should develop new teaching materials and facilitate faculty…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Study, Biology, College Science, Interdisciplinary Approach
