Instructor(s): Aimee Medeiros, D'anne Duncan

This introductory course provides the historical background of systemic racism in scientific research. It explores the relationship between notions of race and science and how scientific research has been informed by and perpetuates anti-Black racism. This course also examines the impact of bias and a lack of diversity in science and ways in which to address these deficiencies. Students will learn the principles of social justice-oriented scientific research and its potential.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

The DEI Academic Leadership course will offer training in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and leadership to prepare graduate students to incorporate DEI values in scientific leadership roles. Through exposure to terminology, history, theories, self-reflection, and critical discussion, this course aims to develop and apply foundational principles to become a DEI leader in academic institutions and scientific enterprises. Students must submit an application prior to course enrollment.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

This MIND Catalytic Course teaches skills in career exploration and professional development, by providing students a conceptual framework and practical tools. The course is career-neutral; it is geared for students who are starting or still considering their career options. The course encourages students to explore and aggressively pursue their career(s) of choice, including those within and beyond academia.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

This course, which will be delivered over three quarters to first year PhD students in the basic sciences, will cover topics related to the responsible conduct of research and rigor and reproducibility. 50% in-person attendance at scheduled lectures and discussions sessions will be expected. Students will review and participate in case study discussions.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

This course will introduce reproducibility in the biomedical sciences and equip students with tools and strategies to increase the transparency of their research. Students will learn how to use data management plans as a tool for organizing their research, and by the end of the class will have created a plan that meets NIH grant requirements. Students will engage with the material via lecture, hands-on workshops, case study discussions, and project work.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

Each course offering will focus on literature and scholarship at the intersection of race, racism, and social justice, with biomedical research and health. Students will be expected to evaluate assigned readings critically before class and to present and discuss themes in class. Students will also be expected to write and present an essay that includes critical analysis of topics covered.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

Each course offering will focus on literature and scholarship at the intersection of race, racism, and social justice, with biomedical research and health. Students will be expected to evaluate assigned readings critically before class and to present and discuss themes in class. Students will also be expected to write and present an essay that includes critical analysis of topics covered. Each course in this series (219A, B and C) will focus on different aspects of racist and colonial framework.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

Each course offering will focus on literature and scholarship at the intersection of race, racism, and social justice, with biomedical research and health. Students will be expected to evaluate assigned readings critically before class and to present and discuss themes in class. Students will also be expected to write and present an essay that includes critical analysis of topics covered. Each course in this series (219A, B and C) will focus on different aspects of racist and colonial framework.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

This is the training program for graduate students accepted into the Graduate Student Internships for Career Exploration (GSICE) Program. The course covers career and professional development training (Individual Development Plans, job search skills, interviewing skills, communication skills) with a focus on career transitions that occur at the end of graduate training. Special emphasis is placed on preparation for more intensive career exploration activities, such as internships.

Instructor(s): D'anne Duncan

This course is offered to students who require course supervision for an experiential learning/internship opportunity.