Even mathematics offers an example of physical self-sacrifice, through repetitive stress injury.

WSJ: Mars One and the Scientific Embrace of Suffering

Candidates must be female postdoctoral level researchers who have already been awarded their research doctorate in the fields of life, physical and computer sciences, engineering and mathematics.

UNESCO: Apply For Women In Science Fellowships

The Fellowships are tenable at any UK or Irish university or research institute to support a 12-month period of postdoctoral research in any area of life, physical and computer sciences, engineering and mathematics.

UNESCO: Apply For Women In Science Fellowships

Candidates must be undertaking research in the life or physical sciences, computer science, engineering, mathematics.

UNESCO: Apply For Women In Science Fellowships

From the outset subjects such as home economics, woodworking, physical education, and typing have had a place in school curricula alongside reading, writing and mathematics.

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