Jess Wade is an early career researcher in solid state physics, but is featured here for her contribution to STEM outreach. By recognising the careers and achievements of female scientists in Wikipedia articles, she paints a more accurate picture of the enormous contribution and potential of women in STEM.
She is scathing on attempts to “feminify” science (“pretty smart”, anyone? “hairdryer science”?) and Wade’s commitment to showcasing the quality and value of research must have done more to inspire the next generation of researchers than any number of flashy PR stunts.