Promoting Inclusive Metrics of Success and Impact to Dismantle a Discriminatory Reward System in Science

Overview

Journal PLoS Biol

Specialty Biology

Date 2021 Jun 15

PMID 34129646

Citations 35

Authors

Sarah W Davies

Hollie M Putnam

Tracy Ainsworth

Julia K Baum

Colleen B Bove

Sarah C Crosby

Isabelle M Cote

Anne Duplouy

Robinson W Fulweiler

Alyssa J Griffin

Torrance C Hanley

Tessa Hill

Adriana Humanes

Sangeeta Mangubhai

Anna Metaxas

Laura M Parker

Hanny E Rivera

Nyssa J Silbiger

Nicola S Smith

Ana K Spalding

Nikki Traylor-Knowles

Brooke L Weigel

Rachel M Wright

Amanda E Bates

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Abstract

Success and impact metrics in science are based on a system that perpetuates sexist and racist "rewards" by prioritizing citations and impact factors. These metrics are flawed and biased against already marginalized groups and fail to accurately capture the breadth of individuals' meaningful scientific impacts. We advocate shifting this outdated value system to advance science through principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We outline pathways for a paradigm shift in scientific values based on multidimensional mentorship and promoting mentee well-being. These actions will require collective efforts supported by academic leaders and administrators to drive essential systemic change.

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