Physics must tackle class prejudice to be truly inclusive
14 Dec 2022
Mike Follows argues that class prejudice can have an equally devastating effect in science as other forms of discrimination
Downbeat People from a working-class background are more likely to suffer imposter syndrome, which undermines confidence and stymies career progression. (Courtesy: iStock/sturti)
During Boris Johnson’s resignation speech as UK prime minister on 7 July 2022, he referenced his â
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Mike Follows teaches physics at King Edward’s School, Birmingham, UK, e-mail mikefollows@physics.org