Women in Engineering and STEM: A Review of the 2024 Literature (US focused)

An analysis of the social science literature published in 2024 on women in STEM highlights the persistent influence of systemic barriers on our ability to develop a strong STEM workforce that represents the full range of potential talent worldwide. This review describes current research on long-standing barriers and emerging challenges, while showcasing pathways toward meaningful cultural and institutional change within the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Credit: Magazine of the Society of Women Engineers Authors: Michael Beach, Emily Knaphus-Soran, Ph.D., Maryam Tanveer, Jana Foxe, Pauline C. Dott

Date: 2025