Women in the Stars
11 March 2009
Professional and amateur astronomers have been fascinated by the mysteries hidden in the sky for years. In 2009, the International Year of Astronomy, the role of women in astronomy, past and present, is celebrated in the attempt to encourage females to enrol in science careers and promote gender equality. " Mujeres en las estrellas " or Women in the Stars, is a Spanish series that will outline the trajectory of female Spanish astronomers and their contributions to astronomy. It will emphasize the role of women, neglected throughout history, in the development of this fascinating science.
More information: http://www.uned.es/bici/Curso2008-2009/090302/tvbici19.pdf (in Spanish)
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