Journal
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
Volume 60, Issue 21, Pages 11572-11579Publisher
WILEY-V C H VERLAG GMBH
DOI: 10.1002/anie.202015297
Keywords
DEI; EDI; gender; marginalisation; supramolecular chemistry
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- University of Kent
- University College London
- Universita degli Studi di Cagliari
- Christian-Albrechts-Universitat zu Kiel
- Scot Chem
- Biochemical Society (Diversity in Science Grant)
- ChemPlusChem
- Crystal Growth Design
- STREM Chemicals
- Royal Society of Chemistry (Inclusion and Diversity Fund)
- UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship [MR/T020415/1]
- Royal Society [APX\R1\201170]
- UKRI [MR/T020415/1] Funding Source: UKRI
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This Essay highlights the importance of DEI/EDI in chemistry and the natural sciences, particularly focusing on equality, diversity, and inclusion for women in supramolecular chemistry. Survey data reveals the barriers faced by individuals needing support, such as career breaks and mentorship during the post-PhD stage.
Diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI/EDI) are pressing issues in chemistry and the natural sciences. In this Essay we share how an area-specific approach is calling in the community so that it can act to address EDI issues, and support those who are marginalised. Women In Supramolecular Chemistry (WISC) is an international network that aims to support equality, diversity, and inclusion within supramolecular chemistry. WISC has taken a field-specific approach using qualitative research methods with scientists to identify the support that is needed and the problems the supramolecular community needs to address. Herein, we present survey data from the community which highlight the barriers that are faced by those who take career breaks for any reason, a common example is maternity leave, and the importance of mentoring to aid progression post-PhD. In conclusion, we set out an interdisciplinary and creative approach to addressing EDI issues within supramolecular chemistry.
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