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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>As a whole, the volume shows positive examples of institutions and departments that have been transformed by the inclusion of women and recommends a set of best practices for continuing growth in positive directions.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Movement into academic science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields has been slow for women and minorities. Not only are women and minorities underrepresented in STEM careers, there is strong evidence that many academic departments are resistant to addressing the concerns that keep them from entering careers in these fields. In light of recent controversies surrounding these issues, this volume, examining reasons for the persistence of barriers that block the full participation and advancement of underrepresented groups in the sciences and addressing how academic departments and universities can remedy the situation, is particularly timely. As a whole, the volume shows positive examples of institutions and departments that have been transformed by the inclusion of women and recommends a set of best practices for continuing growth in positive directions.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>. . . an interesting and thought-provoking addition to the literature on gender in science.Vol. 114.4 January 2009</p>--Catherine Riegle-Crumb "University of Texas, Austin"<br><br><p>This book reviews current barriers to opportunities for participation in the sciences and discusses how academia can address possible solutions, important for academic deans to consider when hiring new faculty. . . . For women's studies and academic departments interested in diversifying their academic units in STEM areas. An excellent, thought-provoking read. . . . Highly recommended.</p>-- "Choice"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p>Jill M. Bystydzienski is Director of the Women's Studies Program and Professor of Sociology at Iowa State University.</p><p>Sharon R. Bird is Associate Professor of Sociology and an affiliate of the Women's Studies Program at Iowa State University.</p>

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