Can Gender Differences in Mobility explain Gender Differences in Spatial Ability? Findings from the Field and Lab

Sex differences in range size and navigation are widely reported, with males traveling farther than females, being less spatially anxious, and, in many studies, navigating more effectively.  The Spatial Cognition and Navigation project is collecting data from the field and the lab to learn (1) why males range farther, and whether it varies across cultures,  and (2) whether gender differences in mobility explain gender differences in spatial ability.  We report on some of our results, with data from four forager-horticultural populations (Hadza, Twe, Tsimane, Shuar) and

Picture a Scientist – writing a new chapter for women scientists

What
Picture a Scientist (2020) chronicles the groundswell of researchers who are writing a new chapter for women scientists. PBS Asst Professor Emily Goard Jacobs will join the co-directors and producers of the documentary for a Q&A about the making of this film. Two days before the event, registered participants will receive a screening link to view the film in advance of the event.


Who
Professor Emily Goard Jacobs (moderator)
Ian Cheney and Sharon Shattuck (co-directors and producers)