Women are making strides in science. They now make up about half the people getting degrees in biology and nearly half in chemistry and math, but for some reason they’re still lagging when it comes to ...

The 'computer nerd' is a well-known stereotype. While this stereotype is inaccurate, it still has a chilling effect on women pursuing a qualification in computer science, according to a new article.

Remember the hacker who broke into CIA Director John Brennan's personal email as well as the accounts of other high-ranking US security officials? Turns out he's just 16—or so police believe. British ...

FRESNO, Calif. - A self-proclaimed teenage computer nerd hopes a new company he's launched will become an online powerhouse - and he's got the backing of Microsoft to help him do it. Mike Pronovost, ...