Her work focuses broadly on gender development in children, adolescents, and young adults. Her work examines how gender and gender-related factors (e.g., stereotypes, values, familial roles) affect individuals’ occupational and academic interests. She continues to examine girls’ and women’s interest in nontraditional occupations—specifically interest in STEM careers. One aspect of this line of research is investigating the mechanisms that contribute to effective STEM intervention programs. She is currently investigating the role of altruistic and communal values and goals in girls’ and women’s interest in STEM careers and the link to perceptions and stereotypes of STEM careers.