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Appendix E-12: American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Written Testimony
Pages 204-206

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From page 204...
... Moreover, it formally advocates for national funding of basic research and education, supports science education at all levels, and promotes the diversity of individuals pursuing scientific degrees and entering the scientific work force. Nevertheless, it is clear that much more work needs to be done to meet the challenge of integrating people of color fully into its organization and the scientific enterprise at large.
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From page 205...
... Professional societies are uniquely positioned to serve women of color by fostering career advancement through mentoring resources, leadership experiences, and networking opportunities. The ASBMB annual meeting serves as a fertile intellectual environment for all scientists making specific efforts to nurture the scientific growth of women, particularly women of color.
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From page 206...
... Given that mentoring is integral in building a successful academic career, establishing funding mechanisms to support mentor-mentee partnerships that would assist women of color junior faculty in navigating the promotion and tenure process, developing effective grant writing skills, negotiating institutional resources, and serving on departmental and institutional committees without undermining the success of their research program is key. Many of these mentor-mentee relationships can be forged through professional societies, which have significantly greater extensive networks that can allow for the most effective pairings.
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