Regents of the University of Michigan; College of Literature, Science, and Arts; Department of Psychology
Accelerating research innovation by reducing women's scholarly devaluation
Biased devaluation of women's research hinders careers and scientific innovation. Our intervention shifts culture and practice toward inclusive valuation, well-being, and innovations that benefit society.
Structural workplace biases in higher education result in devalued research produced by women, which slows scientific research innovation by creating barriers to women's career success and well-being. We will randomize 39 university departments into three evidence-based interventions aimed at shifting culture and practices towards more inclusive research valuation. We anticipate our findings will inform a scalable approach across higher education to catalyze research innovation to benefit society, and increase women's belonging and career outcomes.
Primary Barrier
Bias and Toxic Workplace Culture
Location
Michigan
Solution Region
Nation-wide
Community Type
Urban
Annual Operating Budget
More than $500 Million
