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“If the Nobel Prize was awarded by a woman, it would go to the inventor of the dimmer switch.” quote by Kathy Lette
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“If the Nobel Prize was awarded by a woman, it would go to the inventor of the dimmer switch.”

Kathy Lette

About This Quote

If a woman awarded the Nobel, she would likely honor the dimmer switch inventor, implying women recognize everyday, practical innovations.

In simple terms: Women might award practical inventions like the dimmer switch.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate everyday innovators.

Themes

gender bias recognition innovation

Mood

critical inquisitive

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • award committees
  • tech industry
  • gender equality debates

Key Concepts

sociology history of science

Questions to Reflect On

  • What criteria should guide Nobel selections?
  • How do we value everyday inventions?
A Different Perspective

Not all women share this perspective.

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