Math anxiety is born from a messy combination of terrible circumstances, including poor teaching strategies, preconceived biases, and the fear of failure.
Author: Amanda Palmera
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Treatise: How modern science fails women
Science does not always present the unadulterated truth. When scientists study people, it becomes especially easy for bias and prejudice to creep in—and often, these are at the disadvantage of women.
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Bodies laid bare
Behind many cases of sexual harassment and assault is a culture that expects women’s bodies to exist for male pleasure.
From studying industrial engineering in DLSU to leading a department, Dr. Charlle Sy’s life has been filled with unexpected opportunities.
In partnership with the Institut Polytechnique UniLaSalle, the Department of Chemistry organized the first face-to-face DLSU-UniLaSalle student symposium last November 29 to 30 at Y509, Yuchengco Hall. With the theme One Earth, One Family: Co-Creating a Sustainable Legacy, the symposium tackled various environmental issues afflicting the Philippines. Guided by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals…
For the past few years, women leaders have been at the helm of the USG, overcoming gendered notions of effective leadership within the University and in larger society.
Vibrant, captivating, and interactive, the NYSTIF drew large crowds of aspiring scientists and researchers.
A brewing climate crisis poses a threat to global coffee production, potentially turning a daily beverage into a high-priced luxury item.
With a capacity of 55,000 seats, Tokyo Dome has hosted many of the world’s biggest talents, including BTS, Beyoncé, and the Rolling Stones. Ascending its stage is considered the pinnacle of success for an artist—a feat only top-drawer acts have achieved. Last February 26, it became the venue of the most anticipated ice show in…
Picture a flower unfolding with a rumble against the night sky. Glittering greens, brilliant blues, and riveting reds—nothing screams “celebration” like fireworks. Worldwide, these spectacular explosions are a regular feature of national holidays, religious festivals, and the start of a new year. Powering these displays is a medley of chemicals that have been used and…