Did you know that the management of cardiovascular diseases in women is less effective?
The known symptoms of heart attack (chest pain radiating to the left arm and jaw) are quite specific to men. Almost half of women tend to experience shortness of breath, palpitations, fatigue and nausea, which has sometimes hindered/delayed their treatment.
Did you know that women are less protected against road accidents?
Indeed, most car manufacturers still produce cars based on crash test data carried out exclusively with male models whose standard is 1.77 meters and 76 kg.
Did you know that several drugs in the United States had to be withdrawn from the market because they had many more side effects in women than in men?
In fact, the dosages had been calculated on the basis of male physiology only.
Did you know that software designed to pre-screen university applicants or professional CVs mainly favors male applicants?
Indeed, the developers of artificial intelligence software are 80% men and they integrate their own preconceived ideas into their lines of code.
Do you also find this unacceptable? And like us, you think that more women in science means giving ourselves the chance for good quality scientific innovation that is beneficial to all, so this program is made for you! The L’Oréal Foundation invites you to join the For Girls and Science program to help you experience and discover science differently and share a unique experience with other high school girls from Ile-de-France.
