Conversations with Tyler Jessica Wade on Chiral Materials, Open Knowledge, and Representation in STEM
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Apr 5, 2023 Jessica Wade, a physicist at Imperial College London, is dedicated to advancing chiral materials and increasing representation in STEM. She dives into the influence of gender stereotypes in science, critiquing biases that hinder women's participation. Wade discusses the impact of AI on information equity and highlights her efforts on Wikipedia to amplify underrepresented voices. Additionally, she explores the innovative potential of chiral materials for technology and advocates for restructuring science funding to promote inclusivity and support marginalized groups.
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Social Media's Impact
- Social media can connect marginalized scientists, giving them a voice.
- The Black academic community used social media to push for change after George Floyd's murder.
Improving Wikipedia
- Improve Wikipedia by addressing content gaps and encouraging more academics to edit.
- Increase representation of women, the Global South, and emerging science topics.
Measuring Wikipedia Impact
- Jessica Wade measures her Wikipedia impact by seeing increased public recognition of scientists she writes about.
- Gladys West, a mathematician behind GPS, gained recognition after Wade wrote her Wikipedia page.
