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Articles (Women)

Animals, too, have Sentiments!
(Microorganism, Animal and Plant Life)

"We have known for a long time, but scientists have just recently acknowledged that animals other than humans have emotions." P. Ekman.

Women Scientists in History
(Inventions and Innovations)

Women have a crucial role in maintaining life; they have undeniably and consistently contributed grealty to the development of civilization.

Technology and the Gender Gap
(Education, Business, and Society)

Gender inequality does not only affect females; when half the population is denied their full potential; the world, as a whole, is at great disadvantage.

The Magnificent Marie Curie
(Inventions and Innovations)

The name Marie Curie is synonymous with greatness, for the scientific discoveries she made, and the exemplary way she led her life.

Mona Bakr: The Voice of Nanotechnology in Egypt
(Inventions and Innovations)

Dr. Mona Bakr once said, “We do not create science; we discover it", and we can truly see that she lived by that motto.

You are What You Eat: Young Skin, No Cosmetics!
(Food, Mood, and Behavior)

The US cosmetics industry collected some $32 billion in 2004, with sales of skin care products bringing in the largest share. People spend loads of money on expensive cosmetics to treat skin problems; such as acne, wrinkles and dryness, while they overlook the cheapest, safest and most effective remedies: healing foods.

Facts and Myths of Pregnancy
(Human Body)

Every woman is thrilled when she learns that she is pregnant, but common misconceptions can help anxiety sneak into her.

Rachel Carson and the Silent Spring
(Inventions and Innovations)

Marine biologist Rachel Carson is one of the finest nature writers of the 20th c. who challenged that humans could obtain mastery over nature.

Samia Eltemtamy: An Egyptian Scientist and Pioneer of Human Genetics
(Inventions and Innovations)

Children suffering from severe cases attracted Prof. Samia's attention, and she realized that genetics is the key to solving these mysteries.

And Then She Changed the World
(Inventions and Innovations)

Women have played a great role with inventions that have helped further develop the world as we know it, a few of their inventions are presented.

COVID-19: Bringing Inequality to the Forefront
(Health and Diseases)

The pandemic has highlighted all the problems and inequalities that have been plaguing the world; it has affected the rich and poor  differently.

Women’s Contributions to Scientific Discovery
(Inventions and Innovations)

Many women have made significant scientific discoveries that have contributed to changing the course of science.

The Suffering of Scientists
(Inventions and Innovations)

The vast body of knowledge we enjoy today was not handed to us on a silver platter; it is the outcome of the suffering of many scientists.

The Psychology behind the Gender Pay Gap
(Education, Business, and Society)

The gender pay gap is a problem in many countries that hits the core of society; it indisputably does not affect females only but the whole family.

Education: Access without Quality?
(Education, Business, and Society)

As we continue to pursue access to education for all, we should not assume it implies quality; access alone does not help fulfill life potentials.

Princess Andromeda’s Story: The Iconic Victory of Good over Evil
(Science in Arts and Culture)

Hollywood produced twice the Greek myth of "Princess Andromeda", which every astronomer, amateur astronomer, or sky observer recalls while looking at the Andromeda Constellation.

Language and Women Empowerment
(Education, Business, and Society)

Women are subject to various forms of discrimination in several countries; this view is clearly reflected in the language we use in our daily life.

Maria Montessori and the Development of Young Minds
(Inventions and Innovations)

The Montessori Method dates back to more than one-hundred years ago, when Dr. Montessori gave the world an educational method, designed to bring the very best in children.

She Set it: Women of the Periodic Table
(Physical and Chemical Sciences)

In 1869, Mendeleev discovered the periodic system, but scientists classified and predicted elements before and after. Females participated effectively in the completion of the Periodic Table as we know nowadays.

Super Pregnant Women
(Human Body)

During pregnancy, almost every pregnant woman becomes more sensitive and reactive to the scents around them, describing a heightened awareness and sensitivity to a variety of odors.

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