Explain in Your Own Words Why the Comments Made by Former

question 46

Essay

Explain in your own words why the comments made by former president of Harvard,Larry Summers,about low participation rates of women in STEM reflect a common misconception about the variability of women's aptitude in STEM fields.

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Definitions:

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, often released in response to stress, affecting metabolism and immune responses.

Natural Killer Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the body's immune response by attacking tumors and virally infected cells.

Immune System

The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against infections, diseases, and other harmful invaders.

Endocrine System

A network of glands in the body that produce and release hormones directly into the blood to regulate the body's growth, metabolism, and sexual development and function.