An analysis of scientists’ networks finds discrepancies in the diffusion of novel ideas through communities.

Investigators from underrepresented groups have borne the brunt of the disruption to science from the pandemic, according to an opinion piece that outlines ways in which institutions can lessen the damage.

The Yale neuroscientist seeks to understand the brain’s architecture and function using C. elegans.

STEM faculties at public universities have an underrepresentation of African Americans, Hispanics, and women, but there are signs of change.

The results of two studies suggest slightly different biases in the review of National Institutes of Health R01 grant applications from minority and/or women researchers.

An initial round of grants is the start of a decade-long program.

Progress in science is dependent on the diversity of its workforce.

The NIH remains a Caucasian-dominated workforce. Why haven’t the agency’s efforts to diversify been successful?