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- Exam boards listed only Rosalind Franklin as a woman among 86 scientists in GCSE and National 5 specifications.
- A study found just three women among 181 scientists named at Key Stage 5.
- Exam boards said greater gender representation is needed in science qualifications.
- Researchers recommended adding Franklin to all DNA-structure specs and including Marie Curie and Lise Meitner.
- Stephanie Buttigieg argued relatable role models can keep more girls in STEM.