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Motherhood, the Elephant in the Laboratory: Women Scientists Speak Out,New
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About half of the undergraduate and roughly 40 percent of graduate degree recipients in science and engineering are women. As increasing numbers of these women pursue research careers in science, many who choose to have children discover the unique difficulties of balancing a professional life in these highly competitive (and often maledominated) fields with the demands of motherhood. Although this issue directly affects the career advancement of women scientists, it is rarely discussed as a professional concern, leaving individuals to face the dilemma on their own.To address this obvious but unacknowledged crisisthe elephant in the laboratory, according to one scientistEmily Monosson, an independent toxicologist, has brought together 34 women scientists from overlapping generations and several fields of researchincluding physics, chemistry, geography, paleontology, and ecology, among othersto share their experiences. From women who began their careers in the 1970s and brought their newborns to work, breastfeeding them under ponchos, to graduate students today, the authors of the candid essays written for this groundbreaking volume reveal a range of career choices: the authors work parttime and fulltime; they opt out and then opt back in; they become entrepreneurs and job share; they teach high school and have achieved tenure.The personal stories that comprise Motherhood, the Elephant in the Laboratory not only show the many ways in which women can successfully combine motherhood and a career in science but also address and redefine what it means to be a successful scientist. These valuable narratives encourage institutions of higher education and scientific research to accommodate the needs of scientists who decide to have children.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Motherhood, the Elephant in the Laboratory'? A: The book discusses the challenges women scientists face in balancing their professional careers and motherhood, highlighting personal stories and experiences from 34 women across different scientific fields.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Motherhood, the Elephant in the Laboratory' is Emily Monosson, an independent toxicologist.
- Q: What kind of stories can I expect in this book? A: The book contains candid essays from women scientists sharing their personal experiences of managing motherhood alongside their careers, offering insights into various career paths and choices.
- Q: Is this book suitable for both students and professionals? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both students and professionals, especially those in science and engineering fields, as it addresses common challenges faced by women in these areas.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has 232 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Motherhood, the Elephant in the Laboratory' published? A: The book was published on August 15, 2010.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New' and in good condition.
- Q: Does this book include experiences from different scientific fields? A: Yes, the book features experiences from women in various fields, including physics, chemistry, geography, paleontology, and ecology.
- Q: Can this book help institutions understand the needs of women scientists? A: Yes, the narratives in the book encourage educational and research institutions to accommodate the needs of female scientists who choose to have children.