Creating diverse and inclusive scientific practices for research datasets and dissemination

Area of Science:

• Neuroimaging
• Neuroscience
• Scientific Research

Background:

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) are increasingly recognized as vital for scientific innovation.
• Despite progress in addressing gender and racial disparities, biases persist, hindering opportunities for under-represented researchers in academia.
• The Organization for Human Brain Mapping (OHBM) Diversity and Inclusivity Committee (DIC) addresses these challenges within the neuroimaging field.

Purpose of the Study:

• Identify critical obstacles to DEI in neuroimaging research.
• Propose practical and actionable solutions to overcome these barriers.
• Promote a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive future for the neuroimaging community.

Main Methods:

• The OHBM DIC identified key challenges through committee work and discussion.
• Analysis focused on obstacles related to dataset diversity and accessibility, research dissemination, and career advancement.
• Solutions were developed based on practical considerations for implementation.

Main Results:

• Key obstacles include limited diversity and accessibility of public datasets.
• Barriers in research dissemination and equitable career advancement were identified as significant challenges.
• Actionable solutions are proposed to address these identified obstacles.

Conclusions:

• Consistent and unwavering commitment is essential for advancing DEI initiatives.
• Implementing proposed solutions can help overcome barriers in neuroimaging.
• Achieving scientific excellence alongside diverse and equitable opportunities is the ultimate goal for the neuroscience community.