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Why are women choosing careers in science?

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Natalie Chapman with students in STEM room Source: SBS

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics -- or STEM ((stem)) -- skills play a crucial role in supporting innovation and the Australian economy. But women make up only about one in five of the STEM workforce. Now, looks at three women in various stages of their STEM careers and what motivates them.


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Science, technology, engineering and mathematics -- or STEM ((stem)) -- skills play a crucial role in supporting innovation and the Australian economy. But women make up only about one in five of the STEM workforce. Now, looks at three women in various stages of their STEM careers and what motivates them.



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