It’s easy to see gender inequality as perpetuated by a few toxically masculine men, but gender bias is embedded in our social systems in many subtle ways too. One system that scientists have been ...

Youth language and slang are well-known and frequently discussed examples of language change. In 2025, I took part in a radio debate about the decision to include Gen-Z slang words like “skibidi”, ...

This section covers gender and sexuality for science communication, journalism, and inclusive writing. Subtopics include how to use “they” as a personal pronoun, recognition that gender identity and ...

“Hey, guys!” It’s the greeting that launched a thousand meetings and Zoom calls. Etymologists trace the term “guys” to the historical figure Guy Fawkes. It’s evolved from the name of one man who ...

The growing number of LGBTQ+ service members in the United States military has opened the discussion surrounding the use of different reference forms, including titles and pronouns, in the military.

Baltimore County officials are asking the County Council to consider legislation that would overhaul the language of the county code, replacing gender-specific terms such as “chairman,” “councilman,” ...