Jessica Wade

Jessica Wade, a physicist at Imperial College London, is dedicated to advancing chiral materials and increasing representation in STEM. She dives into the influence of gender stereotypes in science, critiquing biases that hinder women's participation. Wade discusses the impact of AI on information equity and highlights her efforts on Wikipedia to amplify underrepresented voices. Additionally, she explores the innovative potential of chiral materials for technology and advocates for restructuring science funding to promote inclusivity and support marginalized groups.

Dr. Jessica Wade, a physicist and advocate for diversity in science, discusses her work writing Wikipedia biographies for women scientists and the importance of representation. She shares her experience of attending the Queen's Garden Party with Tupperware and discusses the fascinating properties of chiral organic semiconductors. The chapter also explores the challenges of representing historically excluded groups on Wikipedia, highlights the unrecognized contributions of Clara Phelps, and discusses creating an inclusive environment in science.