A feminist intervention to science

It is time we dismantle cis/heteronormativity in science and disentangle the scientific results that have come from it; and that we be a little more doubtful of truths, and a little more confident about uncertainty.

NYUAD Study Highlights The Importance of Representing Indigenous and Underrepresented Groups in biological research

The scientific community at large needs to recognize the issue of underrepresentation of certain populations in medical and public health research, and make conscious efforts to facilitate their inclusion.

How Gangubai Marginalizes the Very People Intends to Center

Gangubai Kathiwaidi is a mainstream feminist Bollywood movie but unfortunately ends up glamorizing the types of trauma women face when forced into the sex trade.

The Transformative Nature of Field Research in Nepal

This winter break, I visited Nepal for academic research. It served as an opportunity for me to learn and understand the complex realities surrounding healthcare, education and gender as well as a stark reminder of my privileges.

Rethinking the STEM Program at NYUAD: The Case of the Biology Department

The Biology program at NYU Abu Dhabi leaves an inadequate amount of space for biology majors to explore and engage in their major-specific interests by placing far too much emphasis on Foundations of Science courses.

Why Feminism Needs To Include Men

In erasing men from the conversation about gender-related problems, we build a highly exclusive narrative. This minimizes men’s presence and contribution in dealing with inequality.

Climate over Convenience

The damage that the industry is doing to the environment is undeniable, but our inability to make even marginally less convenient choices for the sake of helping the planet is reflective of a bigger problem.