Lab and Research Group

References for Cultivating a Research Community

Purpose

Running labs, mentoring, research culture, authorship, collaboration

10 simple rules for building an antiracist lab

Letters of recommendation workbook

Community Voices the importance of diverse networks

The diversity innovation paradox in science

The ecological and evolutionary consequences of systemic racism in urban environments

Resources

The ecological and evolutionary consequences of systemic racism in urban environments

This paper examines how systemic racism shapes urban ecosystems, environmental exposures, and evolutionary processes, demonstrating that social inequities have measurable biological and ecological consequences.

The Diversity–Innovation Paradox in Science

A landmark study showing that scientists from underrepresented groups often contribute highly innovative research while simultaneously receiving less recognition and fewer career rewards.

Community voices: the importance of diverse networks in academic mentoring

This article explores how diverse mentoring networks strengthen student success, belonging, and career development in academia, particularly for historically excluded scholars.

Working toward gender diversity and inclusion in medicine: myths and solutions

Suggests comprehensive interventions that address structural and systemic changes for gender inclusion in medicine

Ten simple rules for building an antiracist lab

A practical guide outlining actionable strategies researchers and mentors can use to create more equitable, inclusive, and actively antiracist scientific lab environments.

Reflections and Actions for Creating an Inclusive Research Environment

Explores strategies for inclusion for research labs

Embedding inclusive teaching practice into design and preparation of laboratory classes

Has general guidelines for accessibility