The curriculum to promote diversity and inclusive excellence in biomedical research

Authors

Yulia A. Levites Strekalova, Department of Health Services Research, College of Public Health and Health Professions, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Yufan Sunny Qin, College of Journalism and Communications, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Shubam Sharma, Kennesaw State University
Justine Nicholas, Department of Pediatrics, College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Gailine P. McCaslin, Division of Research Operations and Services, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Kristina E. Forman, Clinical and Translational Science Institute, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Denise B. Long, Social and Behavioral Institutional Review Board Committee, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Tiffany Danielle Pineda, Clinical and Translational Science Institute, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
Taylor K. Williams, Innovation Academy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
H Robert Kolb, Clinical and Translational Science Institute, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.

Department

Psychological Science

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-2021

Abstract

Underrepresentation of Black biomedical researchers demonstrates continued racial inequity and lack of diversity in the field. The curriculum was designed to provide effective instructional materials that showcase inclusive excellence, facilitate the dialog about diversity and inclusion in biomedical research, enhance critical thinking and reflection, integrate diverse visions and worldviews, and ignite action. Instructional materials consist of short videos and discussion prompts featuring Black biomedical research faculty and professionals. Pilot evaluation of instructional content showed that individual stories promoted information relevance, increased knowledge, and created behavioral intention to promote diversity and inclusive excellence in biomedical research.

Journal Title

Journal of clinical and translational science

Volume

5

Issue

1

First Page

e206

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1017/cts.2021.869