Forging a more inclusive new generation of physicists

About this episode

The episode discusses the CUWiP+ conference and its impact on women and non-binary students in physics.

Learn about CUWiP+, a special event to build connection and confidence among women and non-binary students

People in this episode

Host: Andrew Glester

Guests: June McCombie, Tanshpreet Kaur, Harriett McCormick

Topics covered

• inclusivity in physics
• women in STEM
• non-binary physicists
• career paths in physics
• student experiences
• supportive networks

Keywords

• CUWiP+
• women in physics
• non-binary physicists
• STEM retention
• career exploration
• student conferences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Nottingham, University of Birmingham, University of Warwick

Places: Birmingham, Warwick

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