Articles tagged with Gender Studies
A study published in BMJ found that papers with male lead authors were up to 21% more likely to use positive framing in titles and abstracts, resulting in 13% more citations. This disparity affects not only research perception but also career advancement for female scientists.
A study of over 3,300 children reveals Finnish kids excel in motor skills, with significant differences found between countries. Portuguese children have weak motor skills, especially between ages 6-10, while Finland and Belgium outperform in this area.
A study by University of North Carolina at Charlotte researchers found that unemployed men are more likely to transition to female-dominated jobs, resulting in higher wages (4% increase) and increased occupational prestige. This shift may help offset the negative effects of unemployment on job status.
Recent research suggests that gender dysphoria may be caused by altered activity in the distress, social behavior, and body-ownership networks. This new theory challenges the existing understanding of the condition.
A new study by George Washington University's Amanda J. Visek found that girls and boys alike rank trying their best and working hard as key to having fun in youth sports, while winning is ranked 40th in importance. The study also uncovered small yet intriguing differences in fun priorities depending on age or gender.
A Mayo Clinic study found that men reported higher levels of physical activity and greater confidence in maintaining good health habits compared to women. Women, however, had lower self-reported levels of physical activity and lower confidence in their ability to maintain it.
A recent study published in Comparative European Politics found that EU attitudes on gender quotas in management boards are divided, with stronger support in countries like Cyprus and Portugal. The study revealed a paradoxical relationship between support for the quota and actual gender equality in each country.
A new study by University of Michigan researchers found that men who receive caregiving from their spouses are more prone to feeling guilty and depressed due to negative spousal exchanges. In contrast, wives in caregiving relationships show less susceptibility to these effects, suggesting a difference in gender dynamics.
A study published in the journal Science of Learning found that children's brains function similarly regardless of their gender when it comes to math skills. The research team, led by Jessica Cantlon, used functional MRI to compare brain activity in young girls and boys while watching educational videos on early math topics.
Researchers analyzed data from Kichwa community in Ecuador to understand the selection of medicinal plants. The study found that men cited slightly more species than women, while age played a role in identifying plant families, with older participants naming more species.
Researchers have discovered significant differences in gene expression between male and female mouse kidneys, shedding light on the organ's complex physiology and potential impact on human kidney disease. The study's findings may help clinicians better understand genetic programs linked to disease and improve treatment outcomes.
A new study found that showing young children examples of gender-nonconforming peers who exhibit positive traits reduced bias against them. The intervention was tested on 315 Hong Kong Chinese children aged 4-9 years old.
A recent study found that women scientists are 21% less likely to author invited commentaries in medical journals compared to their male peers. The disparity grows as women progress in their careers, reaching up to 40% for the most senior authors. This lack of diversity in perspectives can hamper health research progress.
Researchers have developed a computer vision system that can distinguish between survivors and deceased bodies from 4-8 meters away. Using cardiopulmonary motion, the technology detects tiny chest cavity movements indicating heartbeat and breathing rate, providing a more accurate means of detecting signs of life in disaster zones.
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that women are significantly less likely to receive Canadian federal research funding than men, with a risk ratio of 0.89 for grant awards and 0.75 for personnel awards. The disparity was observed across various research content areas, with some exceptions, such as Aboriginal People's Health...
A research collaborative aims to reduce mental health stigma among healthcare providers, improving detection of patients with mental illness in Nepal and globally. The RESHAPE program, a stigma reduction training strategy, will be implemented at various sites in the Gandaki Province of Nepal.
A study examining sociodemographic factors associated with passing American Board of Surgery board exams found that women and family-salaried physicians were more likely to pass. General surgeons who identified as Asian or Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander also had higher board exam passing rates.
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine found that women have half the average number of followers as their male counterparts, despite similar tweet activity. The disparity holds implications for gender disparities in academic medicine and the effectiveness of social media platforms.
A recent study by researchers at the University of California San Diego and others found that religion is a primary driver of anti-refugee sentiment in the US. The study shows that Muslims face significant bias, regardless of age, gender, or fluency in English.
A new study by New York University researchers found that children associate White men with 'brilliant' more than White women, but not Black men and women. Children's views on intellectual abilities differ depending on the ethnicity of the individuals being reasoned about.
A worldwide study found that sleep patterns differ among 16-30 year olds, with varying durations and timings based on age, sex, and region. The study tracked nearly quarter of a million nights of sleep using wearable devices, revealing significant geographical and gender-based variations in sleep habits.
A new study by Barcelona Institute for Global Health found that long-term exposure to green spaces can prevent metabolic syndrome and its individual components. The study analyzed data from over 6,000 adults in the UK and found a significant association between green space exposure and lower risk of metabolic syndrome.
A new study by Florida State University researchers found that immigrants are significantly less likely to reoffend after release from prison compared to nonimmigrants. The study analyzed data from over 192,000 individuals and found that 32% of nonimmigrants were reconvicted within three years, while only 19% of immigrants were.
A study by the University of Connecticut and University of Saskatchewan found that married CEOs tend to prioritize employee well-being and diversity, while non-married CEOs do not. Married CEOs are more likely to support hiring and promoting women, minorities, and disabled employees.
The study found that men and women experience different comorbidities as having diabetes or prediabetes, including a higher rate of prediabetes among children. Prediabetic women showed a higher prevalence of osteoporosis and depression compared to men.
A small qualitative study found female vets frequently face outright sex discrimination, with implications for practice sustainability and burnout rates. Women are often assumed to be on the 'mommy track', denied complex cases, and overlooked for promotion.
Research at Lancaster University finds that women in veterinary practice face persistent sexism and stereotypes, limiting their career progress. Despite outnumbering men, women are underrepresented in senior roles and often struggle to be taken seriously due to biases about family commitments.
A new study found that male gender, neurotic and introverted personality traits, and motivation related to achievement are predictors of internet gaming disorder (IGD). The research highlights the importance of understanding the social context of clients' situations in developing prevention and treatment strategies for IGD.
A study of 1800 working-aged residents in a Colombian public apartment complex found that women on the ground floor earned twice as much as those on other floors, narrowing the gender earnings gap. Ground-floor female entrepreneurs also earned triple what their neighbors made in other occupations.
Researchers used convolutional neural networks to analyze electrocardiogram data from over 500,000 patients, estimating their 'physiologic age' and determining sex with high accuracy. The study suggests AI-enhanced EKGs could help doctors identify asymptomatic conditions and improve healthcare outcomes.
A new study by a UBC psychologist and researchers found that hiring committees who deny the existence of gender bias are less likely to promote women. The study, based on actual decisions made by 40 hiring committees in France, suggests that awareness and acknowledgement of barriers faced by women can help overcome implicit biases.
A study by CNRS scientists reveals implicit gender stereotypes among male and female researchers, which can lead to women being denied promotions. The findings suggest that awareness of these biases is crucial for promoting equality in the scientific community.
The British Ecological Society is conducting a randomized controlled trial to compare single- and double-blind peer review processes. The study aims to assess whether author characteristics affect peer-review scores and acceptance of papers, with a focus on reducing bias in science publishing.
A new study from the University of Southern Denmark shows that football is a surprisingly efficient type of physical training for female prediabetes patients, resulting in broad-spectrum improvements in cardiovascular, metabolic and musculoskeletal fitness. The exercise intensity and effects were similar in women and men, with impressi...
A new study finds that female executives decrease the wage-gap for women at the top of a firm while widening it at the bottom. Female leadership also improves firm performance by boosting sales per worker when led by female CEOs.
A new study published in PLOS ONE reveals that women and men perform equally when required to switch attention between tasks or perform two tasks simultaneously. Multitasking imposes a substantial cost on both speed and accuracy for both men and women, with no difference between the two groups in the magnitude of the cost.
Despite progress, women's attitudes toward equality with men have shown no signs of improvement over the last four decades. The study found that highly educated white people who work long hours are more likely to hold negative attitudes toward women's work.
A study of outpatient appointments in India found that younger and older women, as well as those living far from major hospitals, were more likely to miss out on healthcare. The researchers estimated that nearly half of female outpatient visits were 'missing' due to sex-based discrimination.
A European study found that a novel school intervention program, DASI, improves mathematics scores and lessens achievement gaps in primary schools from disadvantaged areas. The program's effectiveness is seen in reducing the achievement gap based on socioeconomic status, but more research is needed to address equity.
A new study reveals that young women in medicine are disproportionately affected by family responsibilities, with 40% stopping or reducing their work hours compared to male doctors. The research highlights the need for hospitals and workplaces to provide support systems, such as on-site childcare and flexible work arrangements, to help...
A new study found that women and racial/ethnic minorities are underrepresented in US emergency medical services, with less than a quarter of newly certified paramedics being female. The gaps are more pronounced among paramedics, who provide critical invasive interventions and make complex decisions.
A study of 300,000 participants found that implicit bias against people with disabilities increases over time and with age, while explicit attitudes towards them become more positive. Women and those with contact to the disabled population show lower prejudice.
A new study found that lower-income communities tend to lack access to resources encouraging a healthy lifestyle, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. The research used social media data to show how different populations feel about various physical activities.
A survey of early career oncologists found that women are less likely to attend scientific meetings due to family obligations. Onsite childcare is essential to promote work-life integration and increase female participation.
Female students with high math proficiency tend to excel in reading, closing the gender gap in math-related fields. The study suggests that comparative advantage in math over reading contributes up to 80% of the gender gap in math studies and careers.
A survey study found that facial cosmetic surgery was associated with changes in perceived attractiveness, masculinity, and certain personality traits in men. The study used photographs of 24 men before and after surgery to examine these effects.
A study by Georgetown University Medical Center found that facial cosmetic surgery in men increases perceptions of attractiveness, likeability, social skills, and trustworthiness. The researchers also discovered that chin augmentation was the only procedure without a significant impact on perceived masculinity or attractiveness.
A new study by Finnish researchers found that poor men experience more profound worthlessness and social exclusion compared to poor women. Women have more means to attain a sense of worth outside the economic realm.
A study used implicit and explicit bias measures to evaluate how healthcare professionals associate men and women with career and family. The research found that surgeons were more likely to perceive men as better suited for surgery and women for family medicine, leading to potential biases in patient care.
Smoking increases STEMI risk in all patients, regardless of age or gender, but the risk is higher in females. Quitting smoking can reverse this risk within a month, and researchers propose several possible reasons for the greater risk, including lower serum estrogen levels and chronic inflammation
A recent study found that only 5.5% of glioblastoma patients survive five years after diagnosis, highlighting the need for more aggressive treatments to improve long-term survival. The research analyzed 48,652 cases and identified factors associated with five-year survival, including age, race, gender, and treatment with radiotherapy.
A new UBC study found that older smartphone users rely more on auto-lock features and prefer using PINs over fingerprints to unlock their phones. The study also revealed gender differences in authentication choices, with men relying more on auto locks as they age.
A recent study by Swansea University highlights the persistent gender pay gap in the airline industry, with women facing lower salaries and higher work insecurity due to their roles. The research finds that UK airlines lag behind European counterparts in terms of pay equality.
A study published in Nutrients found that over half of adults aged 50+ have inadequate serum vitamin D levels, with 26% classified as deficient. Factors contributing to deficiency include female gender, advanced age, smoking, non-white ethnicity, obesity, and poor self-reported health.
A recent University of Washington study found that women and non-binary editors face harassment, doxxing, and death threats on Wikipedia. To create safe spaces, these individuals use sophisticated tactics for managing online identities and boundaries.
A large community-based study of over 25,000 Iranian youths found that obesity is correlated with depression among boys but not girls. Underweight boys have an increased risk of depression, while overweight girls do. The study suggests weight management interventions should anticipate potential depression in boys.
The study found a 13% increase in suicide among individuals 10 to 19 in the three months after the show's release, with larger proportional increases among females. The results highlight the need for public health and entertainment industry collaboration to prevent harmful portrayals of suicide.
A study critically examines the European Parliament's perception as a champion of gender equality, revealing institutional culture characterized by gender stereotypes and different expectations towards male and female MEPs. The findings highlight shortcomings in maternity/paternity leave rights and the challenges faced by women in bala...
Research using SPIROMICS data shows women with COPD report more severe symptoms, including acute exacerbations, and lower quality of life than men. The study aims to investigate the role hormonal factors may play in these gender differences.
A global study of 1,284 adolescents aged 10-14 in low-income urban settings found that boys are more likely to report physical neglect, sexual abuse, and violence victimization. The study suggests that addressing childhood adversity and intervening earlier can help prevent adolescent violence and depression.