Discover why the lack of diversity in Genome-wide Association Studies (GWAS) is more than a social issue—it’s a scientific blind spot that could be missing key insights into human genetics.
Continue ReadingDiveristy in STEM can vary widely across fields. Let’s delve into what fields are more underrepresented, what drives this, and how we can address it.
Continue ReadingAlex Stutzman of UNC-CH (unexpectedly and unintentionally) became the founder of #BlackinGenetics on Twitter, which took over the week of August 17-23rd, 2020. The SWAC Executive Board Interviewed Alex, a…
Continue ReadingIt is no secret that many STEM fields, especially physics and engineering, suffer from a lack of equal representation by race, ethnicity, and gender. Approximately 75% of all physics degrees…
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