Dr Emily Grossman, “Too sensitive for science?”,The James Hutton Institute

“Emotional openness can lead to what I refer to as the three Cs; Compassion, Collaboration and Creativity - qualities that are as essential in STEM. Being able to allow ourselves to be sensitive and emotional people, as we all are underneath, can allow us greater access to these three Cs”

What makes a good scientist? What qualities are assets for success in the highly competitive and challenging environment of science? An outdated stereotype often paints a picture that all scientists are cold, hard, unemotional... and male. This damaging stereotype can lead to many young people, especially girls, rejecting the opportunity to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

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