Women in academia continue to face structural and cultural barriers to participating in artistic practices and communicating science through the arts. Our latest study explores how conservatism and family responsibilities exacerbate these challenges, limiting participation in creative scholarly activities.

Key findings:

• Female researchers are much less likely to pursue artistic research or communicate science through the arts.
• Conservative environments reinforce traditional gender roles, further discouraging participation.
• Family responsibilities amplify these effects, creating additional barriers.

How can institutions better support women in these creative academic roles?

Joaquín M. Azagra-Caro (2025). Visibility without protection? Barriers to women researchers’ engagement in artistic practices and science communication through art.