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Dre'Von A Dobson1, Alisa S Wolberg1
1Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and UNC Blood Research Center University of North Carolina Chapel Hill NC USA.
Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis
|November 2, 2020
Summary
The COVID-19 pandemic unexpectedly fostered positive changes in the scientific community, including virtual collaborations and addressing diversity. These pandemic-driven innovations can make science stronger post-pandemic.
Area of Science:
- Scientific Community Dynamics
- Societal Impact on Science
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has predominantly been viewed through the lens of its negative societal impacts.
- Few analyses have explored potential positive transformations within the scientific community resulting from this global event.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine and highlight the beneficial changes that have emerged within the scientific community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- To identify specific positive outcomes that warrant retention beyond the pandemic.
Main Methods:
- This forum-based examination synthesizes observations and discussions on the pandemic's effects on scientific practices.
- Qualitative analysis of emergent collaborative structures and discussions on scientific and societal issues.
Main Results:
- Formation of "virtual supergroups" and interdisciplinary collaborations.
- Increased time and space for scientific discourse, including experimental design.
- Opportunities to address institutional racism and promote diversity in science.
Conclusions:
- The COVID-19 pandemic, despite its devastation, has catalyzed positive and potentially lasting changes in scientific collaboration and inclusivity.
- Leveraging these "small wins" can lead to a stronger, more efficient, and equitable scientific community post-pandemic.
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