Biology: Equity in Biology

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2023. Advancing Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in STEMM Organizations: Beyond Broadening Participation. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/26803.

From Alaska to Australia, scientists are turning to the knowledge of traditional people for a deeper understanding of the natural world. What they are learning is helping them discover more about everything from melting Arctic ice, to protecting fish stocks, to controlling wildfires.

Raises questions about the relationship between indigenous knowledge and Western science.

Themed issue of the Journal of Microbiology and Biology Education on inclusive biological science teaching.

Traces historical and contemporary attempts to claim genetic basis for racism, and presents human rights as an ethical issue independent of these claims.

Passionate essay on the teaching of evolution "Evolution educators—even if sticking to E.coli, fruit flies, or sticklebacks—must confront the ways that evolutionary science has implicitly undergirded and explicitly promoted, or has naively inspired so many racist, sexist, and otherwise harmful beliefs and actions. We can no longer arm students with the ideas that have had harmful sociocultural consequences without addressing them explicitly, because our failure to do so effectively is the primary reason these horrible consequences exist."

Reviews the findings of the Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities in Science and Engineering report from the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics at the National Science Foundation.

Includes links to articles and press releases as well as the society's work to promote inclusive diversity with equity, access and accountability (IDEAA) in microbial science.

List with links maintained by the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute's Committee for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Dedicated to fostering the success of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans, from college students to professionals, in attaining advanced degrees, careers, and positions of leadership in STEM.

Focused on substantially increasing the representation of African Americans, American Indians, and Latinos in the sciences related to health and the environment. To carry out its mission, SDBS will provide education, training, and professional development, to grow the biomedical science pipeline.

SASE is dedicated to the advancement of Asian heritage scientists and engineers in education and employment so that they can achieve their full career potential. In addition to professional development, SASE also encourages members to contribute to the enhancement of the communities in which they live.
SASE’s mission is to
- Prepare Asian heritage scientists and engineers for success in the global business world.
- Celebrate diversity on campuses and in the workplace.
- Provide opportunities for members to make contributions to their local communities.
SASE membership is open to men and women of all ethnic backgrounds.

Promotes inclusion and diversity for all women in life sciences. Offers local in-person and virtual events, mentoring, and career support. There is a Connecticut chapter.