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Breaking Barriers: Investigating Gender Representation in the First Authors of Cardiovascular Disease and Artificial
Sampda Sharma1, Anurag A Anghole2, Snehal B Pathare2
1Internal Medicine, Gujarat Medical Education and Research Society (GMERS) Medical College, Gandhinagar, IND.
Cureus
|October 23, 2023
Summary
Male authors dominated first authorship in artificial intelligence and cardiovascular disease research from 2005-2022. Encouraging female engagement is crucial for achieving gender equality in this field.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Artificial Intelligence
- Medical Research
Background:
- Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly utilized in cardiovascular medicine, necessitating an examination of gender representation in related research.
- Investigating gender equality in AI and cardiovascular disease publications is critical for understanding diversity in the field.
Purpose of the Study:
- To visualize gender equality trends in first authorship for articles on artificial intelligence and cardiovascular diseases between 2005 and 2022.
- To identify gender disparities and explore opportunities for fostering inclusivity and diversity in this research area.
Main Methods:
- A review of academic articles published from 2005 to 2022 focusing on artificial intelligence and cardiovascular diseases.
- Recording and categorizing the gender of the first author for each publication.
Main Results:
- The overall gender ratio favored male first authors (275) over female first authors (149), with a ratio of 0.54.
- While female first authorship increased gradually, it remained lower than male authorship, with 59 female and 113 male first authors in 2022.
- Projections for 2027 indicate continued growth in publications by both genders, with males expected to publish 950 and females 580 articles.
Conclusions:
- A significant gender gap exists in first authorship within artificial intelligence and cardiovascular disease research, with males predominating.
- Encouraging female participation through inclusive environments, mentorship, and policy changes is essential for academic gender equality.
- Collaboration and targeted initiatives are vital for advancing knowledge equitably and promoting diversity in scientific research.
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