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Under/Over 50 Percent - Share of Women in Specific Occupations

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports women are 19 percent of software developers, 27 percent of chief executives, and 37 percent of lawyers; but outnumber men when it comes to registered nurses (89 percent), elementary and middle school teachers (80 percent), and accountants and auditors (61 percent).

Women Are Underrepresented as Recipients of Many Prestigious Awards

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Women Are Creating A New Culture For Astronomy

Earlier generations of women astronomers--who were few in number--worked against the restrictions of the biased and hierarchical culture. Today, thanks to their increased number, women are going outside the established rules to reshape the field's culture.»  Link to the original article