ABSTRACT
In recent years, women have been granted greater opportunities to pursue careers in scientific and technological fields. Despite notable achievements, they continue to face various unfair circumstances, finding themselves in an uncomfortable predicament characterized by social injustice, family restrictions, and societal gossip, among other challenges. In light of this situation, this paper aims to examine the status of Chinese women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields and analyze the factors contributing to their lower representation. Primarily focusing on external factors that influence women's career choices in STEM, this study also considers internal reasons. The research methodology employed is a case study approach, with the topic of “Chinese women in STEM in China” being investigated across three main sections. This study introduces the current state of Chinese women in STEM fields and provides an analysis of the prevailing situation and an in-depth exploration of the key factors that have led to this scenario: social prejudice, familial and educational constraints, and additional relevant factors. All of these elements significantly impact women's career decisions, resulting in a dearth of female talent in STEM fields. While multiple factors contribute to this underrepresentation, societal factors remain highly influential. Traditional perceptions, prejudices, and unfair treatment strongly influence women's inclination to pursue STEM careers, often eroding their confidence and compelling them to abandon their aspirations in this field.
