ArticleBMC research notes2025
Equality and diversity in research: building an inclusive future.
Article in BMC research notes, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 7 papers.
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Who cites it
7 citing papers in PubMed.
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- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is essential for rigorous science and good for health.Diabetologia · 2026Article
- Evaluating the Kidney Research Scientist Core Education and National Training (KRESCENT) Program: A 20-Year Qualitative Thematic Analysis.Canadian journal of kidney health and disease · 2026Article
- Parental and Staff Experiences of Participation in the REPORT-BPD Feasibility Study: Insights from an Embedded Qualitative Research.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Trends in paediatric anaesthesia research publications and the impact of author sex, country of origin, topic, and external funding.BJA open · 2025Article
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Abstract
Research progress and innovation are hindered by barriers, inequalities, and exclusions within academia. Embracing equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is not only an ethical imperative but also essential for advancing knowledge and addressing global challenges. EDI principles ensure that researchers from all backgrounds have equitable opportunities to contribute to and benefit from research. Despite recent efforts to improve inclusivity, systemic barriers such as bias in funding, publication, and representation still persist. Strategies to address these include diverse recruitment, mentorship programmes, training to mitigate unconscious bias, and promoting data transparency. Institutional leadership plays a pivotal role in fostering an inclusive culture by setting clear goals and ensuring accountability. Promoting EDI in research enhances scientific excellence, aligns with human rights principles, and ensures equitable benefits for global populations, reflecting the richness of diverse perspectives in academic pursuits.
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