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2024

Establishing Meaningful Connections: Dr. Bernard Talks with Dr. Pérez-Stable About EARA

September 18, 2024

The Director of the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD), Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable, M.D., and I work together on many programs and initiatives at NIH. As the NIH institute devoted to improving minority health and reducing health disparities, NIMHD works…

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Join the Conversation: NIH Leaders Discuss Inclusion in Data Science

September 12, 2024

Data science has emerged as a powerful tool for addressing biomedical and behavioral research challenges. However, to fully realize its potential, we must address a critical gap: the need for diverse perspectives and inclusive environments within the field.

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Advancing Funding Equity: NIH's Strides in Closing the Ginther Gap

July 29, 2024

Today, Mike Lauer, M.D., and I have published our annual update on NIH’s progress in closing the Ginther Gap. Now a tradition since our publication of fiscal year 2021 data, we discuss research project grant and R01 funding rates by race and ethnicity in one blog and K award funding…

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Unlocking Possibilities: Dr. Bernard Talks With Dr. Cernich for Disability Pride Month

July 17, 2024

When I connected with Alison Cernich, Ph.D., to discuss the scientific workforce and people with disabilities, she offered her perspectives and posed a crucial question that can unlock greater possibilities. 

Dr. Cernich is the Deputy Director of the NIH Eunice Kennedy Shriver …

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Building an Inclusive Research Workforce: COSWD’s Midterm Progress Report

June 12, 2024

NIH is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in its operations, workforce, and research. In line with this commitment, I am delighted to announce the COSWD Progress Report for Fiscal Years 2022–2024. The report marks a significant milestone in…

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EARA: Dr. Marie Bernard Talks with NIGMS Director Dr. Jon Lorsch

June 06, 2024

The COSWD team embraces the idea that great minds think differently. I believe the same can be said for colleges and universities.

This is one reason why I am excited about the Engagement and Access for Research-Active Institutions (EARA) initiative.

Through this new initiative…

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Register Today: Seminar on How Institutions Foster Cultures of Inclusive Excellence

May 16, 2024

I invite you to join me for our Scientific Workforce Diversity Seminar Series (SWDSS) event, “How Are Institutions Transformed to Foster Cultures of Inclusive Excellence?” on Thursday, June 20, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. ET. Registration is now open for this virtual seminar, which will feature…

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How EARA Seeks to Engage Research-Active Institutions

April 24, 2024

The NIH Engagement and Access for Research-Active Institutions (EARA) initiative is a collaborative endeavor to broaden the participation of Research-Active Institutions (RAIs) in the NIH funding ecosystem. EARA is tied to NIH’s goal to facilitate access to its resources to ensure…

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The Power of Why: Women’s History Month. Dr. Marie Bernard Talks with Dr. Janine Clayton

March 13, 2024

As we celebrate Women’s History Month and look back at pioneers, I reached out to a current pioneer in women’s health: my colleague Janine Clayton, M.D., Director of the NIH Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH).

She shared why it is crucial for women to be leaders in…

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Join Us for a Seminar on Team Science and Diversity

February 14, 2024

Our next Scientific Workforce Diversity Seminar Series (SWDSS) event, “How Does Diversity Impact Innovation in Team Science?” will take place on Wednesday, March 13, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET. I encourage you to secure your spot for this enriching discussion by registering today…

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