There has been a lot of discussion and research on the reasons why more men than women choose science as a profession. Despite many efforts to encourage women to pursue careers in STEM subjects, such as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, men and women still choose different paths. Societal, educational, and personal variables all play a role in creating these inequalities. Cultural and social expectations play an important role in shaping the gender gap in profession choices. For a long time, conventional gender norms determined which professions were deemed appropriate for men and women. Some areas of science, including physics and engineering, have a reputation for being male-dominated. Because of worries about social acceptance, prejudices, or a dearth of role models, this notion might dissuade women from pursuing careers in science. The self-selection bias that might result when women internalize negative preconceptions and expectations about their place in the scientific workforce is real.
