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US survey reveals harassment faced by early-career astronomers

20 Apr 2022
A woman sits at a desk, head in hands, while a man stands behind her pointing his finger threateningly
Worrying trend A survey has revealed that harassment and discrimination can also appear peer-to-peer and even by subordinates to superiors. (Courtesy: iStock/AndreyPopov)
Harassing behaviour is pervasive in astronomy, with about a third experiencing discrimination at col

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