In a spiral galaxy, the ratio of dark-to-light matter is about a factor of ten. That's probably a good number for the ratio of our ignorance-to-knowledge. We're out of kindergarten, but only in about third grade.
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I think the question is, are there women and have there been women who want to do science and could be doing great science, but they never really got the opportunity?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of providing opportunities to women in the field of science.
In this quote, Vera Rubin highlights the potential of women in science, questioning whether there are talented individuals who possess the capability to excel in scientific fields but have been denied the chance to pursue their passions and skills. Her statement underscores the barriers that have historically limited women's participation in science and the need for greater inclusivity to harness their contributions.
Themes
WomenScienceOpportunityPotentialInclusion
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about diversity in STEM fields.
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