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December 23, 2002
Catalyzed Success
DuPont's Lynda K. Johnson is building molecules by developing catalysts for olefin polymerization
November 25, 2002
Scientist On The Move
In moving to MIT, materials chemist Angela Belcher aims to further advance biomaterials research
October 28, 2002
A Future In Fluids
Lubrizol organic chemist Kathleen Havelka is poised for leadership and a bright future
September 30, 2002
Modeling A Future
As an adjunct professor, Novartis' Wendy Cornell helps students gain an industrial perspective
August 26, 2002
Chemist, Teacher, Scholar, Mentor
To Iowa State's Valerie Sheares, the value of having and being a mentor is priceless
July 29, 2002
At Home In The Lab
Hard work, love for chemistry have yielded a successful career for IBM's Cherie Kagan
June 24, 2002
Chemical And Musical Superconductor
Julia Chan followed her love of music, and it led her to a career as an inorganic materials chemist
May 27, 2002
SCORECARD: Women In Industry's Upper Ranks
Little has changed since last year for women in chemical company top management
Choosing To Succeed
Medicinal chemist Ann Weber's path has led her to a fulfilling career in industry
April 22, 2002
Made For Academia
Yale University's Alanna Schepartz finds deep satisfaction in both research and mentoring
March 25, 2002
Taking an Early Lead
At 31, Bell Labs's Zhenan Bao sets a strong pace for young women to follow
February 25, 2002
Leading By Example
Biomaterials chemist Allison Campbell broke the mold and became a role model with many roles
Women and the Workplace
Women chemists face obstacles and optimism as they enter and progress through chemical careers.
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"Women in Chemistry" Profiles
December 23, 2002
Catalyzed Success
DuPont's Lynda K. Johnson is building molecules by developing catalysts for olefin polymerization
November 25, 2002
Scientist On The Move
In moving to MIT, materials chemist Angela Belcher aims to further advance biomaterials research
October 28, 2002
A Future In Fluids
Lubrizol organic chemist Kathleen Havelka is poised for leadership and a bright future
September 30, 2002
Modeling A Future
As an adjunct professor, Novartis' Wendy Cornell helps students gain an industrial perspective
August 26, 2002
Chemist, Teacher, Scholar, Mentor
To Iowa State's Valerie Sheares, the value of having and being a mentor is priceless
July 29, 2002
At Home In The Lab
Hard work, love for chemistry have yielded a successful career for IBM's Cherie Kagan
June 24, 2002
Chemical And Musical Superconductor
Julia Chan followed her love of music, and it led her to a career as an inorganic materials chemist
May 27, 2002
Choosing To Succeed
Medicinal chemist Ann Weber's path has led her to a fulfilling career in industry
April 22, 2002
Made For Academia
Yale University's Alanna Schepartz finds deep satisfaction in both research and mentoring
March 25, 2002
Taking an Early Lead
At 31, Bell Labs's Zhenan Bao sets a strong pace for young women to follow
February 25, 2002
Leading By Example
Biomaterials chemist Allison Campbell broke the mold and became a role model with many roles
January 21, 2002
The Road Less Traveled
Carolyn Bertozzi took chances and experimented with the unfamiliar on her pathway to success
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Editorials & ACS Comments
January 21, 2002
Is There Still A Need For The WCC?
ACS Comment, Valerie L. Barrett, Chair, Women Chemists Committee
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More Recommended Reading
A variety of resources are available on the topic of women in science and engineering. Here is a selected bibliography:
Ad hoc Panel on Industry, Committee on Women in Science & Engineering, Office of Scientific & Engineering Personnel, National Research Council. "Women Scientists and Engineers Employed in Industry: Why So Few?" Washington, D.C.: National Academy Press, 1994.
Brennan, Mairin B. "Reflections of Women in Science," Chemical & Engineering News, 76, No. 14 (1998): 37-41.
Brennan, Mairin B. "Reshaping Affirmative Action,"
Chemical & Engineering News, 76, No. 29 (1998): 17-31.
Brennan, Mairin B. "Women Chemists Reconsidering Careers at Research Universities," Chemical & Engineering News, 74, No. 24 (1996): 8-15.
Catalyst. "Advancing Women in Business--The Catalyst Guide." San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 1998.
Committee on Economic & Professional Affairs, Office of Society Services. "Salaries '98." Washington, D.C.: American Chemical Society, 1998.
Committee on Professional Training 1998 Annual Report, Washington, D.C.: American Chemical Society, 1998.
Davidson, Gaelyn, and Linda Skidmore, editors. "Organizations Encouraging Women in Science and Engineering." Washington D.C.: National Research Council, 1993.
Dix, Linda, and Marsha Matyas, editors. "Science and Engineering Programs: On Target for Women?" Washington, D.C.: National Academy Press, 1992.
Driscoll, Dawn-Marie, and Carol R. Greenberg. "Membership in the Club: The Coming of Age of Executive Women." New York: Free Press, 1993.
Everett, Kenneth, Will DeLoach, and Stephanie Bressan. "Women in the Ranks," Journal of Chemical Education,73, No. 2 (1996): 139-141.
Fort, Deborah C., editor. "A Hand Up: Women Mentoring Women in Science." Washington, D.C.: Association for Wom- en in Science, 1993.
National Science Board. "Science and Engineering Indicators, 1998." Arlington, Va.: National Science Foundation, 1998.
Rayner-Canham, Geoffrey, and Marelene Rayner-Canham. "Women in Chemistry: Their Changing Roles from Alchemical Times to the Mid-Twentieth Century." Washington, D.C.: American Chemical Society and the Chemical Heritage Foundation, 1998.
Sonnert, Gerhard. "Gender Differences in Science Careers: The Project Access Study." Piscataway, N.J.: Rutgers University Press, 1995.
Sonnert, Gerhard. "Who Succeeds in Science? The Gender Dimension." Piscataway, N.J.: Rutgers University Press, 1995.
Sonnert, Gerhard. "Gender Equity in Science: Still an Elusive Goal," Issues in Science & Technology, 12, No. 2 (1995-96): 53-58.
Tobias, Sheila, Daryl E. Chubin, and Kevin Aylesworth. "Rethinking Science as a Career: Perceptions and Realities in the Physical Sciences." Tucson: Research Corporation, 1995.
Valian, Virginia. "Running in Place,"The Sciences, 38, No. 1 (1998): 18-23.
Valian, Virginia. "Why So Slow? The Advancement of Women." Boston: MIT Press, 1998.
"Women Board Directors of the Fortune 500." (From the 1997 Catalyst Census.) New York: Catalyst, 1997.
"Women in Corporate Leadership: Progress and Prospects." New York: Catalyst, 1996.
