Leaving science : occupational exit from scientific careers /

This is a compelling study of why women leave science. It links qualitative and quantitative evidence in a way that is social science at its best.

Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Author: Preston, Anne Elizabeth (Author)
Corporate Author: Russell Sage Foundation
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: New York : Russell Sage Foundation, ©2004.
Subjects:
1900-1999
Scientists > Employment > United States > History > 20th century.
Sex discrimination in employment > United States > History > 20th century.
Discrimination in employment > United States > History > 20th century.
Discrimination sexuelle dans l'emploi > États-Unis > Histoire > 20e siècle.
Discrimination dans l'emploi > États-Unis > Histoire > 20e siècle.
BUSINESS & ECONOMICS > Labor.
POLITICAL SCIENCE > Labor & Industrial Relations.
Discrimination in employment.
Scientists > Employment.
Sex discrimination in employment.
Naturwissenschaftler
Berufswechsel
Naturwissenschaftlerin
Naturwissenschaftliches Studium
Studienabschluss
Loopbaan.
Wetenschapsbeoefenaars.
Vertrek.
Sekseverschillen.
United States.
USA.
History.
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Science : the period and the people
  • The magnitude and character of exit
  • Leaving science for income and opportunity
  • Family responsibilities and their effects on a scientific career
  • Mentoring
  • Leaving science because of discontent with science itself
  • Does the rapidly changing knowledge within science affect exit?
  • Perceptions of discriminatory treatment
  • Policy initiatives.

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