Understanding technology

1. GENDER
DISPARITY: A
REPORT ON NOBEL
PRIZE AWARD
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2. TABLE OF CONTENT
• INTRODUCTION
• OBJECTIVES
• JUSTIFICATION
• METHODOLOGY
• VISUALS AND DISCUSSION OF RESULTS
• POWER BI REPORT DASHBOARD
• FINDINGS AND CONCLUSION
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3. • The achievement of gender equality is the 5th of the 17th sustainable
Development goals laid out in the Sustainable Development Agenda
• SDG target 5:1seeks to end discrimination against women and girls by
working toward promoting and enforcing legal frameworks which can be
applied to promote non-discrimination on the basis of sex
• This goal seeks to end all forms of discrimination against women and girls
across various measures including hiring equal pay among others
• Since its inception in 1901, only 54 out of the 923 Nobel winners have
been women with only 3.25% in the sciences
INTRODUCTION
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4. OBJECTIVES
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To analyze the difference between the total number of male and
female laureates, the total number of awards, and the number of
countries with citizens who have received the award.
To identify the oldest and youngest female and male laureates.
To identify the category in which women get the most and least
awards.
To compare the average age of recipients of both genders.
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5. • It is true that for so long women have not been recognized for their contributions to the development of the
society we now live in. By choosing to study and deeply analyze the awarding system of the Nobel peace
prize, we hope to identify the differences in the awarding system and the reason for the low turnout to
awarding women as Nobel laureates. Although it’s been argued that the gender of a Nobel Laurette
candidate is irrelevant and thus the award goes to the individual making the greatest contribution; when
more than half of humanity’s population is female, it's only natural to ask why few women win Nobel Prize
despite the increased number of female nominees. This analysis seeks to give satisfactory answers to the
stated objectives so as to throw more insights into the reasons for the unsatisfactory awarding of the Nobel
prizes especially as it disfavors the female gender.
JUSTIFICATION
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6. Methodology
Data
processing
and
analysis
Data
visualization
Data source
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7. Visuals and Discussion of Results
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8. Microsoft Power BI

9. Microsoft Power BI

10. Findings
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This analysis revealed that since the inception of the Nobel laureate award system, which is 120 years in existence, it has
awarded only 54 women and 869 men, signifying a 5.85% of the total awards granted as against the 94.15% of the men.
Naturally, this should be alarming and should be acknowledged as a problem. Also, the analysis revealed that the United States
of America with 26.69% has produced the highest number of male and female laureates and followed by the United Kingdom
with 11.16%. It was shown by the analysis that the average of receiving the award by the women was 57 and 60 for men.
Conclusion
The Nobel Prize, a symbol of extraordinary achievement in various fields, has historically showcased a concerning gender
disparity among its laureates. By examining the experiences of prominent scientists such as Marie Curie and Margaret
Hamilton, we can gain insight into the gender inequalities prevalent within this prestigious accolade. Marie Curie, the
pioneering physicist and chemist, and Margaret Hamilton, the renowned computer scientist, exemplify two exceptional women
who made groundbreaking contributions to their respective fields. Despite their significant achievements, both faced significant
challenges and encountered the gender biases embedded in their scientific communities. Marie Curie, the first woman to receive
a Nobel Prize, defied societal expectations in the early 20th century. However, her journey was marked by obstacles as she
confronted pervasive gender biases. Curie's relentless pursuit of scientific excellence was met with skepticism and
discrimination, emphasizing the barriers women scientists had to overcome to gain recognition for their work.
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11. Marie Curie, the first woman to receive a Nobel Prize, defied societal expectations in the early 20th century. However, her journey
was marked by obstacles as she confronted pervasive gender biases. Curie's relentless pursuit of scientific excellence was met with
skepticism and discrimination, emphasizing the barriers women scientists had to overcome to gain recognition for their work.
Similarly, Margaret Hamilton, a pioneer in software engineering and the leader of the team behind the Apollo moon landing
software faced gender disparities within the male-dominated field of computer science. Hamilton's exceptional contributions were
crucial to the success of the Apollo program, yet her recognition and acknowledgment were overshadowed by prevailing biases that
limited opportunities for women in STEM.
The experiences of Curie and Hamilton underscore the broader issue of gender disparity among Nobel laureates. Despite numerous
exceptional women scientists throughout history, their representation among Nobel Prize recipients remains disproportionately
low. This disparity raises critical questions about the selection process, cultural biases, and systemic barriers that impede women's
recognition and hinder their chances of being awarded the Nobel Prize.
Understanding the gender disparities within the Nobel Prize system necessitates acknowledging the persistent challenges faced by
women scientists. The case studies of Marie Curie and Margaret Hamilton highlight the need for proactive measures to promote
gender equality and inclusivity in scientific fields. Encouraging and supporting the achievements of women scientists, providing
equal opportunities, and dismantling discriminatory practices are crucial steps toward a more equitable future for Nobel laureates.
Through their inspiring legacies, Curie and Hamilton inspire us to champion the cause of gender equality and ensure that future
generations of scientists, regardless of gender, receive the recognition they deserve.
Conclusion(cont’d)
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12. THANK YOU
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