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Men's Fame as Scientists Outstrips Women's

Without mentioning gender, Europeans were asked to name a famous scientist - 71 percent named a man, only 33 percent named a woman.

Women Are Underrepresented as Recipients of Many Prestigious Awards

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Pilot Program Reduced Gender Disparities In Patenting Disparities In Patenting

A pilot program run by the United States Patent and Trademark Office found providing additional
guidance and information improved the chances of patent applicants without legal representation (pro se applicants) receiving a patent, with women benefitting substantially more than men.»  Link to the original article