Article
Forestry
Cate Macinnis-Ng, Xiuhua Zhao
Summary: This article highlights the dominance of men in forest research and professional workforces, particularly in senior and management positions. It identifies historical and ongoing barriers to gender inclusion and proposes potential solutions. The article showcases women in forestry from diverse disciplines and regions, emphasizing the research being conducted by women in forests. Greater gender equity in forest disciplines requires a variety of approaches at local, regional, and global scales. Additionally, intersectional analyses need to be included when identifying barriers for women in forestry.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Jerome Atutornu, Richard Milne, Alesia Costa, Christine Patch, Anna Middleton
Summary: Despite concerns about equity and social justice, the representation of traditionally scientifically underserved groups in genomic research remains low. Factors contributing to this include a lack of trust in the research community and limited diversity in this community. Building trust requires increasing diversity among researchers and engaging meaningfully with underrepresented communities in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner.
Article
Oncology
Justine M. Kahn, Darrell M. Gray, Jill M. Oliveri, Chasity M. Washington, Cecilia R. DeGraffinreid, Electra D. Paskett
Summary: This commentary addresses the growing need for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in cancer care, particularly in relation to equal access and accrual to clinical trials. The authors describe steps taken in their own clinical practice and propose actions at various levels to improve DEI in clinical trials.
Editorial Material
Microbiology
Alfredo G. Torres, Maria Elena Bottazzi, Floyd L. Wormley
Summary: This commentary highlights the importance of incorporating diversity, equity, and inclusion principles in scientific careers, supporting successful development among peers and trainees, and the impact of effective science communication on enhancing community understanding of microbial environments.
Letter
Oncology
Marie E. Portuallo, David Y. Lu, Gretchen M. Alicea, Joel Bolling, Rebecca Lee, Jennifer McQuade, Allison Betof Warner, Michael Davies, Ashani Weeraratna, Jessie Villanueva, Vito W. Rebecca
Summary: The inaugural Diversity and Inclusion in Science Session discussed the need for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the melanoma research community and identified issues of inequity, bias, and harassment based on gender, ethnicity, and geographic location. The session revealed significant reports of discrimination, sexual harassment, and limited opportunities, highlighting the importance of creating an academic workplace culture that promotes mutual respect, fair access, and equal opportunities for all scientists in the field.
PIGMENT CELL & MELANOMA RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Biology
Maria Cecilia Alvarez Ricalde, John Annoni, Rick Bonney, J. Marcelo Bonta, Patricia B. Campbell, Mateo Luna Castelli, Makeda Cheatom, Catherine Crum, Juan Flores Valadez, Yao Augustine Foli, Jose Gonzalez, Jose Miguel Hernandez Hurtado, Sister Sharon Horace, Karen Kitchen, Marilu Lopez Fretts, Brigid Lucey, Pepe Marcos-Iga, Karen Purcell, Berenice Rodriguez, Tanya Schuh, Phyllis Edwards Turner, Fanny Villarreal, Bobby Wilson
Summary: In order to promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in science, it is essential to understand and improve the dominant cultural frameworks that hinder progress. Additionally, intentional efforts must be made to create more equitable models. This study, conducted by the ICBOs and Allies Workgroup, represents historically excluded communities in the sciences. Together with institutional allies and advisors, they developed a community framework to guide their research and took charge of all aspects of their work, from research protocols to data analysis and dissemination. By sharing their framework, methods, and results, they aim to help science institutions better understand how to establish equitable research partnerships with communities.
Review
Surgery
Oya Andacoglu, Manhal Izzy, Dieter Adelmann, Victoria Aguilera, Chiara Becchetti, Marina Berenguer, Gabriella A. A. Berlakovich, Simantika Ghosh, Emmanouil Giorgakis, Nyingi Kemmer, Keri E. E. Lunsford, Iman F. F. Montasser, Martin I. I. Montenovo, Anna Mrzljak, Sher-Lu Pai, Irene Scalera, Nazia Selzner
Summary: Medical professional environments are becoming more diverse, with challenges related to gender, sexual orientation, and racial background. This review aims to discuss disparities and inequities among liver transplant providers, outline their burden and impact on the workforce, and propose potential solutions and the role of professional societies in promoting inclusion.
TRANSPLANT INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Studies
Christina E. Hoicka
Summary: Climate change is a major challenge for society, and the energy sector, which is the largest contributor to climate disruption, needs low-carbon solutions. However, the lack of representation in the energy sector and sustainable energy research raises questions about equity, diversity, and inclusion. To address this, advice is given to researchers on creating a culture of EDI through finding like-minded individuals, creating inclusive spaces, and continuously improving.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Peter Abraham, Lee J. Hsieh, Erin Buckner, Efren J. Flores, Melissa A. Davis, Dorathy Tamayo-Murillo, Isabel G. Newton
Summary: Political momentum for antiracist policies grew out of collective trauma highlighted during the COVID pandemic, leading to discussions on the root causes of health disparities among historically underserved populations. Dismantling structural racism in medicine requires widespread support and collaboration to establish systematic approaches for sustainable change. Radiology, as a central component of medical care, can leverage its renewed focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) to lead discussions and catalyze lasting change.
ACADEMIC RADIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Anne Gasnier, Barbara Alicja Jereczek-Fossa, Matteo Pepa, Vincenzo Bagnardi, Samuele Frassoni, Sophie Perryck, Mateusz Spalek, Steven F. Petit, Jenny Bertholet, Ludwig J. Dubois, Pierfrancesco Franco
Summary: This study investigates the diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as workforce engagement among radiation oncology professionals in Europe. The results show that the overall favorable score is lower for minority groups, especially those belonging to a minority group based on gender or age. Therefore, urgent actions are needed to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion among European radiation oncology professionals.
RADIOTHERAPY AND ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Lara I. Brewer, Mark J. Ommerborn, Augustina Le Nguyen, Cheryl R. Clark
Summary: Structural inequities contribute to low influenza vaccination rates in the United States, with non-Hispanic White and Asian individuals having higher vaccination rates. Lack of health insurance, regular access to primary care, and delaying medical care due to cost were predictive factors for lower vaccination rates.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Olivia P. P. Matshabane, Calandra G. G. Whitted, Laura M. M. Koehly
Summary: Advancements in neuro-psychiatric and behavioral genomics provide significant opportunities for better understanding the human brain and behavior, but are hindered by a lack of diversity in genomic reference datasets, community engagement in research, and multidisciplinary scientific teams. Without addressing this diversity gap, the potential benefits of the science may not be accessible to all populations worldwide.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rose A. Marks, Erik J. Amezquita, Sarah Percival, Alejandra Rougon-Cardoso, Claudia Chibici-Revneanu, Shandry M. Tebele, Jill M. Farrant, Daniel H. Chitwood, Robert VanBuren
Summary: The field of plant science has experienced significant growth in the past two decades, but there are still global disparities and systemic inequalities. An analysis of 300,000 published papers in plant science over the same period reveals geographical biases, gender imbalances, and underrepresentation of biodiversity in the literature. Affluent nations dominate the publishing landscape, authors in certain regions are cited less frequently, and gender imbalances persist. This problematic system of publication fails to capture the global wealth of scientific knowledge and biological diversity.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Shana E. Gleeson, Heidi Zapata, Meghan E. Bathgate, Brinda Emu, Jennifer Frederick, Gerald Friedland, Marjorie P. Golden, Jaimie P. Meyer, Joanna Radin, Robert Sideleau, Albert Shaw, Sheela Shenoi, Paul A. Trubin, Michael Virata, Lydia A. Barakat, Mahalia S. Desruisseaux
Summary: To address healthcare inequities, a curriculum was designed and implemented at Yale School of Medicine to integrate Infectious Disease Diversity, Equity, and Antiracism (ID2EA) into ID educational training. The curriculum was rated as useful and effective in fostering understanding of health disparities and strategies to deal with racism and inequities.
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Otorhinolaryngology
Phillip Ashley Wackym, Elizabeth Hui Yee Toh, Stephanie Ann Moody-Antonio, Troy D. Woodard
Summary: Embracing meritocracy and diversity, equity, and inclusion is crucial for the future of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Understanding the intersection of these two concepts is important as meritocracy can unintentionally widen the gap between individuals with access to meritocratic environments and those facing systemic barriers. However, it is possible for meritocracy and diversity, equity, and inclusion to coexist by adopting a balanced approach that promotes equal opportunities for all.
OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY
(2023)
Letter
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
L. Ebony Boulware, Alfred Vitale, Raquel Ruiz, Giselle Corbie, Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola, Consuelo H. Wilkins, Leonard E. Egede
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Raquel Ruiz, Alfred Vitale, Ann Schwartz, Deborah Ossip, Martin S. Zand, Ann Dozier, Leonard E. Egede
Summary: This article describes a methodology for the development of a diverse clinical and translational science workforce. The study evaluates the importance of recruiting and retaining underrepresented persons and women in order to advance the field of translational science.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Raquel Ruiz, Ann Schwartz, Elissa Orlando, Deborah Ossip, Martin S. Zand, Ann Dozier
Summary: This article introduces the Common Metrics Initiative by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences and the Insights to Inspire project to disseminate and communicate strategies and lessons learned regarding data insights. The project employs a mixed methods approach to translate data into actionable intelligence and communicates the findings through various channels.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE
(2022)
