Representation without power in science isn’t equity

Gender disparities are prevalent in academia; the effects of motherhood, for example, are well documented (see Nature https://doi.org/qxwk; 2026). Gender-equality initiatives often focus on numerical indicators, such as participation in panels and committees. But increased representation does not necessarily redistribute authority. When participation is the main metric, symbolic inclusion is a poor substitute for structural…

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Google’s latest AI image generation model

In August of last year, our Gemini Image model, Nano Banana, became a viral sensation, redefining image generation and editing. Then in November, we released Nano Banana Pro, offering users advanced intelligence and studio-quality creative control. Today, we’re bringing the best of both worlds to users across Google. Introducing Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash…

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