Belle Derks (born in 1979) has developed an innovative line of research at the interface of social psychology and neuroscience.
Her study of the unconscious effects of discrimination and stereotyping on women’s and minorities’ motivation and performance is highly relevant, and her findings make it possible to develop a coherent organisational policy of gender and ethnic diversity. Derks is also an internationally acknowledged expert on the phenomenon known as the ‘Queen Bee syndrome’, whereby a woman in a position of authority opposes attempts by female subordinates to advance their careers.
Gender equality. Social neuroscience. Diversity issues
