Increasing diversity among faculty in STEM fields
Faculty Development
This study is all about finding better ways to bring more diverse faculty members, especially women in STEM fields, to Cornell University and make the academic environment more welcoming for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cornell University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ithaca, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910928 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing innovative strategies to enhance faculty diversity and foster an inclusive academic culture at Cornell University. By implementing best practices for inclusive hiring and retention, the project aims to engage faculty search committees in adopting policies that support underrepresented groups, particularly women in STEM. The approach combines institutional investments with federal programs to create a holistic process that addresses systemic biases in hiring practices. The initiative is designed to create measurable improvements in the diversity of faculty members over time.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include academic institutions and faculty members from diverse backgrounds seeking to improve representation in STEM.
Not a fit: Patients who may not receive benefit from this research include individuals not involved in academic settings or those outside the STEM fields.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a more diverse and inclusive faculty in STEM fields, benefiting students and the academic community as a whole.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in implementing similar diversity initiatives in academic settings, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Ithaca, United States
- Cornell University — Ithaca, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: August, Avery — Cornell University
- Study coordinator: August, Avery
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.