Celebrating LGBTQ+ Scientists
We’re celebrating invaluable contributions of LGBTQ+ scientists and raising awareness about the challenges still faced throughout the scientific community. By sharing these stories, we aim to inspire the next generation of LGBTQ+ scientists and foster a more inclusive and supportive environment within the scientific community.
![Claudia Astorino is smiling at a camera holding a skull she is studying for her research.](/-/media/about-us/who-we-are/diversity/astorino-headshot-800-x-642.jpg)
![Claudia Astorino](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/72a3372e-5ea3-ef11-8a69-7c1e5279c2bb.jpg)
Claudia Astorino
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3 min read
Beyond the binary: How my intersex identity shaped my path in evolutionary biology
Claudia Astorino (she/her, they/them) discusses how her intersex identity motivated her to explore…
![Linda Cremonesi smiles at the camera with a mountain and blue sky in the background](/-/media/about-us/who-we-are/diversity/cremonesi-photo-800-x-642.jpg)
![Dr Linda Cremonesi](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/462b275d-e2b9-ed11-b596-002248019b87.jpg)
Dr Linda Cremonesi
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3 min read
Travelling the world to hunt neutrinos: Insights on global research as an LGBTQ+ scientist
Dr Linda Cremonesi (she/her) discusses her international research career in particle physics and…
![Andrew Goodwin smiling at a camera wearing a suit and tie with a grey background](/-/media/about-us/who-we-are/diversity/goodwin-800-x-642.jpg)
![Professor Andrew Goodwin FRS](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/a62b6c0d-c6c8-ed11-b596-0022484019f6.jpg)
Professor Andrew Goodwin FRS
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3 min read
The power of allyship in science: Embracing LGBTQ+ inclusion
Professor Andrew Goodwin FRS reflects on his experiences as an LGBTQ+ scientist whilst advocating…
![Dr Clara Barker](/-/media/blogs/2022/11/trans-awareness/dr-clara-m-barker.jpg)
![Dr Clara Barker](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/clara-barker.jpg)
Dr Clara Barker
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4 min read
Reflections on trans identities and anti-science
Dr Clara Barker reflects on the intersection of science, identity, and the influence of…
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![Dr Alfredo Carpineti](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/alfredo-carpineti.jpeg)
Dr Alfredo Carpineti
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6 min read
International Day of LGBTQIA+ People In STEM
To celebrate LGBTQ+ STEM Day, the Royal Society has chosen a selection of scientists to discuss…
![Headshot of Research Fellow Professor Duncan Cameron, wearing glasses and a black t-shirt](/-/media/blogs/2022/06/pride-month/duncan-cameron.jpg)
![Professor Duncan Cameron](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/Duncan Cameron.jpg)
Professor Duncan Cameron
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3 min read
Pride and STEM: Positive changes, but further to go
Royal Society Researcher Duncan Cameron discusses what further progress is needed for LGBTQ+…
![Picture of Giles Oldroyd sat down wearing a striped tshirt](/-/media/blogs/2022/06/pride-month/giles-oldroyd900x500.jpg)
![Professor Giles Oldroyd](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/giles-oldroyd.jpg)
Professor Giles Oldroyd
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3 min read
Pride and STEM: Looking back on 50 years
Royal Society Fellow Giles Oldroyd reflects on 50 years of Pride in the UK.
![Luke Boulter](/-/media/policy/topics/diversity-in-science/parent-carer-scientist/2021/luke-boulter950x724.jpg)
Dr Luke Boulter
This profile of Dr Luke Boulter is part of Parent Carer Scientist, a project showcasing the…
![Dr Julia E Stawarz](/-/media/blogs/2022/11/trans-awareness/dr-julia-e-stawarz.jpg)
![Dr Julia E Stawarz](https://apidyn.royalsociety.org/images/blogs/julia-stawarz.jpg)
Dr Julia E Stawarz
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4 min read
Being transgender in STEM
Dr Julia E Stawarz discusses her experiences transitioning within academia, and her life in STEM.