Photovoltaic-cell-based projects have been used to train eight incoming undergraduate women who were part of a residential summer programme at a women's college. A module on renewable energy and photovoltaic cells was developed in the physics department. The module's objectives were to introduce women in science, technology, engineering and…

The disappointingly small number of girls studying science was highlighted in this journal 20 years ago. Looks at progress in bringing girls into science education and women into science-based employment. (Author/ASK)

Reports some outcomes from an interview study with women Ph.D. physicists working in a variety of science-related careers. Explores and documents the career experience of women scientists. Identifies barriers and constraints to women's participation in science careers and investigates ways in which educational experiences contribute to career…