Who Will Do the Science of the Future?: A Symposium on Careers of Women in Science

By National Academy of Sciences, Committee on Women in Science and Engineering, National Research Council, et al.

Who Will Do the Science of the Future? is the summary of a symposium on careers of women in science. The symposium incorporated three panels of presenters: one focusing on the next generation, Science for All Students; a second that looks in depth at the issues reflected in one particular field of science, computer science, reflecting an in-depth view of academic and industrial computer scientists; and a third that focuses on strategies and policies to recruit, retain, and promote career advancement for women scientists. Lastly, there was a plenary address on how to ensure women continue to advance into positions of leadership in science.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0309071852
• ISBN13: 9780309071857
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Length: 103 Pages