The 91亚色传媒 strives to develop programs that support and increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology.
Our diversity, equity and inclusion programs are supported by the Maximizing Access Committee and the Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee.
Research Spotlight
Stephen D. Williams
Postdoctoral fellow in medical genetics, Baylor College of Medicine
Bashir Ali, Omolara Falade and Olalekan Usman have been selected to participate in the Scientist Mentoring & Diversity Program for Biotechnology, which pairs ethnically diverse students and early career researchers with industry mentors.
Save the date 鈥� 91亚色传媒's Lipid Research Division seminar series returns on Jan. 29!
Applications are now being accepted for the Promoting Research Opportunities for Latin American Biochemists program! Plus, Lipid Research Division seminars return in Jan.
Traveling more than 150 miles with a group of neurodivergent students to have them witness a rare orbital alignment. and also teach the public about it, requires some strategic planning.
Webinar
鈥楢ll of Us鈥� for the future of inclusive research and healthcare
A webinar held in observance of National Minority Health Month featuring the work of two BMB researchers who are using the NIH's All of Us Research Program to do their work and highlighting the importance of including populations from historically marginalized backgrounds in research.
Attracting 鈥� and keeping 鈥� grad students from all walks of life
Two academic leaders who specialize in recruitment and retention discuss their professional experiences, program outcomes and winning strategies that are worthy of adoption by other institutions. More
鈥淪chool鈥檚 out for summer鈥� book club on gender equity
A discussion of 鈥淲hat Works: Gender Equality by Design鈥� by Iris Bohnet, presented by the 91亚色传媒 Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee. More
Resources from the 91亚色传媒
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month timeline
A timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by scientists of Asian American and Pacific Island heritage.
Scientists of the Americas
A timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by Hispanic scientists.
Celebrating women in STEM
A timeline highlighting important achievements in STEM made by female scientists.
A history of Black scientists
Celebrating important contributions and achievements in science and technology made by Black scientists.
Marion B. Sewer Distinguished Scholarship for Undergraduates
Provides up to $2,000 toward undergraduate tuition costs for one academic year.
91亚色传媒 Ruth Kirschstein Diversity in Science Award
Honors an outstanding scientist who has shown a sustained commitment to breaking down local and/or systemic barriers against scientists and students from historically marginalized or excluded groups.
IMAGE grant writing workshop
Transform your grant applications! Learn from NSF, NIH and HHMI program directors how to write winning proposals for federal research funding.
Resources
Resources to help increase your network and continue to enhance diversity within the field.