Category FAQs Search : Women in Science
Question: What was one of the main barriers women faced in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) until the mid-1800s?
Answer: Answer: Women lacked autonomy, educational opportunities, support, and recognition.
Brief Description: Prior to the mid-1800s, women’s participation in STEM was heavily restricted by societal norms, limiting their access to education and roles in scientific fields.
(Source: Science Museum, 15 Nov 2025)
Source Link: https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/objects-and-stories/women-science