Women are making strides in science. They now make up about half the people getting degrees in biology and nearly half in chemistry and math, but for some reason they’re still lagging when it comes to ...

The 'computer nerd' is a well-known stereotype. While this stereotype is inaccurate, it still has a chilling effect on women pursuing a qualification in computer science, according to a new article.

GUILFORD When Cheryl Galako s computer at her business, Tri-Star Trucking in North Branford, conked out Thursday, she turned to the Yellow Pages and saw Nerds To Go under "computer repair." "I was ...