The inaccessible road to science for people with disabilities.

Trends Mol Med

Docs with Disabilities Initiative, Chicago, IL, USA; The Johns Hopkins University Disability Health Research Center, Baltimore, MD, USA; School of Nursing, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA; Johns Hopkins Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA.

Published: September 2024

AI Article Synopsis

  • The article highlights the valuable contributions made by disabled scientists while outlining the challenges they encounter, such as systemic ableism and insufficient inclusivity.
  • It discusses the need for a more inclusive STEM environment to enable disabled scientists to thrive and innovate.
  • The article provides recommendations to increase support for these individuals, emphasizing that doing so can enhance overall innovation and promote equity in the scientific community.*

Article Abstract

This article examines the contributions of disabled scientists and the barriers they face, including systemic ableism and lack of inclusivity. It offers recommendations to foster an inclusive STEM environment, underscoring the importance of supporting disabled scientists to boost innovation and equity.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.molmed.2024.08.006DOI Listing

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