
Picture a Scientist(2020)
The Fight for Gender Equity in Science
A documentary that looks at systemic sexism faced by women scientists in STEM fields.
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A documentary that looks at systemic sexism faced by women scientists in STEM fields.
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2020-11-11
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The Fight for Gender Equity in Science
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