Women in Cytokines and Soluble Mediators in Immunity

Download or read book Women in Cytokines and Soluble Mediators in Immunity written by Diana Boraschi and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2024-02-13 with total page 848 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We are delighted to present the inaugural Frontiers in Immunology “Women in Cytokines and Soluble Mediators in Immunity” series of article collections. At present, less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women. Long-standing biases and gender stereotypes are discouraging girls and women away from science-related fields, and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) research in particular. Science and gender equality are, however, essential to ensure sustainable development as highlighted by UNESCO. In order to change traditional mindsets, gender equality must be promoted, stereotypes defeated, and girls and women should be encouraged to pursue STEM careers.