The article mentions that the proportion of women in biology is 60%. So maybe the women that could be doing well in computer science are seeking out the greater

The article mentions that the proportion of women in biology is 60%. So maybe the women that could be doing well in computer science are seeking out the greater competition and camaraderie of the biology scene. Self criticism: 1. Blame the victim? 2. 60% still isn't a supermajority like in CompSci/Eng. Self affirmation: 1. Personal experience affirms. I have met more (in number) intelligent talented female students taking chem and bio disciplines. Example: last weekend I met a girl whose father taught one of my computer engineering courses, wearing a shirt that said "neuroscience".