Nobel Prize in Physics
Only 5 of 229 Nobel Physics Laureates are Women. Explore the data here:
Double-click on the teal symbols to find out more about women who have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics.
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Data, statistics and information about gender equality in physics
EU Data over time old
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Source: Eurostat (link to dataset)
Source: Eurostat (link to dataset)
Data over time Article Count: 38
Interactive Maps Article Count: 1
Europe Map
How are women represented in physics across Europe? Explore interactive maps showing the average share of women in physics at different academic levels.
Europe map
Data over time
Across Europe, the share of female students in physics varies considerably between countries. Explore how these patterns have evolved over time.
Data over time
Prizes
Did you know that, of the 229 people to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics, only five have been women? This section addresses imbalances of recognition
Prizes