Why are men hit hardest by COVID-19? COMMENT: To answer that and many other questions, we need to examine how coronavirus is related to gender – and not just the biological one. This knowledge would also be helpful in the prevention and handling of future pandemics.
How do we promote gender equity in computing? Computing society needs to promote more gender equity and better ways at working together. We present our experiences on trying to do so.
What we (don’t) know about gender differences in the brain COMMENT: A Google engineer was recently laid off for writing that biological differences explain why more men than women work in the tech industry. A neurobiologist and science journalist in Denmark agreed with him – but are they right?
Online generation starts watching porn earlier The first generation to have had unrestricted access to online porn is now entering adulthood. Will they approach sex in the same way as previous generations?
Genes reveal Palaeolithic genders It can be hard to determine whether ancient human bones stem from a male or a female. Swedish scientists have come up with a gene technology that can help.
Selling sex solves problems for prostitutes Women who sell sex on the streets do not perceive their sex trading as negatively as their surroundings do. They primarily regard their activities as an effective way of solving their financial problems.
Breasts make life better Women who have had one or both breasts removed surgically because of cancer are far happier if they have their breasts reconstructed, new study shows.
What men look for in a woman's face New research reveals what facial features men look for in women. The underlying mechanism differs greatly from the one women use when picking a man based on his facial features.
Equal pay for women means less stress for men Women and men are less likely to feel work-related stress when both sexes have equal pay and access to parental leave, according to new research.
Men are better at multitasking Everyone says that women are better at doing several things simultaneously. Swedish researchers put it to the test.
To women, designer bags are packed with sex appeal The Gucci bag oozes sex – at least to women, who use the bags to exude femininity and sensuality. These subtle sexual undertones are, however, lost on their male admirers.
Your guide to sex in the wild Oysters do it, humans do it and fish do it – even plants do it. We all have sex to ensure the survival of our species. Here's a look at the evolution of this blissful activity.
Male circumcision leads to a bad sex life Circumcised men have more difficulties reaching orgasm, and their female partners experience more vaginal pains and an inferior sex life, a new study shows.
