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Read article: Why we need gender equality in big science Diversity and inclusion Opinion and reviews Why we need gender equality in big science Elizabeth Pollitzer says measures must be taken to tackle the gender imbalance among staff and users of large research infrastructures
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Read article: International Day of Women and Girls in Science: inspiring stories from Physics World Diversity and inclusion Blog International Day of Women and Girls in Science: inspiring stories from Physics World Katherine Skipper looks back at last year’s coverage of research led by female physicists
Read article: Why we need the physics community to play a greater role in supporting Black physics students Diversity and inclusion Opinion and reviews Why we need the physics community to play a greater role in supporting Black physics students Benyam Dejen describes a three-day programme aimed at encouraging Black students to see physics as a subject for them
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