Nettie Stevens, pioneer of science
- Chromosome: structure within a cell that contains DNA and therefore genes.
- DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid): molecule that carries genetic information in all living organisms.
- Gene: a segment of DNA that determines a trait (such as eye color).
- Chromosomal sex: way biological sex is defined by X and Y chromosomes (XX = female, XY = male).
- Cytology: the scientific study of cells and their functions.
- Trisomy 21: genetic condition caused by an extra chromosome 21.
- Matilda Effect: the attribution of women scientists’ discoveries to men.
- Invisibility: the erasure or neglect of women’s roles in history or science.
Women & scientific literature
- Invisibility: minimizing or erasing women’s contributions in science.
- Overlooked figures: women scientists whose discoveries were ignored or credited to men.
- Representation: the way women are portrayed in books, media, or textbooks.
The theory of Nettie Stevens
- Gamete: reproductive cell (sperm or egg) that transmits half of the genetic material to offspring.
- Heredity: transmission of biological traits from one generation to another.
- Spermatogenesis: process by which sperm cells are produced in males.
- Scientific method: set of rigorous techniques used to observe, experiment, and draw reliable conclusions.
Women of science on screen
- Biopic: film portraying the life of a real person, often a scientist, artist, or historical figure.
- Pioneer: a woman who is among the first to achieve something in a particular field.
- Resilience: ability to overcome obstacles or difficulties, particularly in contexts of discrimination.
- Struggle for recognition: efforts made by women to gain visibility and credit in science.
Scientific objects through a feminist lens
- Sociology of science: study of scientific practices, structures, and social relationships.
- Engaged work: book or publication that takes a stance to denounce injustice or promote social change.
- Inequalities in recognition: disparities in visibility, credit, and valuation of scientific work based on gender.
- Mobile website: website designed primarily for smartphones or tablets.
- Navigation: the way users move through and access pages and sections of a website.
- Popularization: simplified explanation of scientific or technical concepts for a broad audience.
- Timeline: visual representation of events or information in chronological order.
- Gallery: section of a website displaying images, videos, or documents in an organized way.
- AI (Artificial Intelligence): technology capable of generating content or performing tasks usually done by humans.
