Women in Insect Science, Volume III

This Research Topic is part of a series: Volume OneVolume TwoWe are delighted to present the third volume of the “Women in Insect Science” series of article collections.At present, less than 30% of researchers worldwide are women. Long-standing biases and gender stereotypes are discouraging girls and women away from science-related fields, and STEM research in particular. Science and gender equality are, however, essential to ensure sustainable development as highlighted by UNESCO. In order to change traditional mindsets, gender equality must be promoted, stereotypes defeated, and girls and women should be encouraged to pursue STEM careers.Therefore, Frontiers in Insect Science is proud to offer this platform to promote the work of women scientists, across all specialties.The work presented here highlights the diversity of research performed across the entire breadth of insect science research and presents advances in theory, experiment, and methodology with applications to compelling problems.Please note: to be considered for this collection, the first or last author should be a researcher who identifies as a woman. Topic editors: Francesca Garganese, Sudeshna Mazumdar-Leighton Source: https://www.frontiersin.org/research-topics/77860/women-in-insect-science-volume-iii