Diversity in science is critical because it invigorates problem-solving, drives innovation, and better equips the scientific community to address inequities that exist in cancer prevention, treatment, and care.
The lack of diversity within the scientific workforce is a known issue.
Careers in the health-related sciences lack diversity.
The National Science Foundation reports that certain racial and ethnic groups are underrepresented at many career stages in health-related sciences, particularly people from these populations:
- African American/Black
- Hispanic/Latino
- American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN)
- Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander groups
Collectively, these groups are considered underrepresented minorities (URM) in science.