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Disability in STEM – research commissioned by the Royal Society
Ethnicity in STEM academic communities - reports commissioned by the Royal Society
Most influential women in British science history
Inspiring Scientists - educational resources
Diversity in science
Overview
The Royal Society is committed to increasing diversity in STEM by seeking out participation from under-represented groups, in order to build and develop a world in which studying and working in science are open to all.
Read moreReports and publications
Read or download all our reports, publications and consultation responses.
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Parent Carer Scientist
These 25 case studies celebrate the diversity of approaches taken by scientists combining careers in STEM with caring responsibilities.
Understanding unconscious bias
This animation and briefing introduces the key concepts and research around unconscious bias.
Making better decisions in groups
These resources set out key concepts around improving decision-making in groups.
Explore a series of resources to help develop students’ understanding and awareness of science and the diversity of scientists.
Download the resourcesAthena Forum
We support and provide the secretariat for the Athena Forum, an independent and expert voice on issues of representation and career progression in higher education and research in STEM.
Diversity Committee
The Diversity Committee oversees the Royal Society’s diversity and inclusion strategy and related activities.
Fellows working in this area
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Professor Jeremy Sanders CBE FRS
Elected 1995
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Professor Jeremy Sanders CBE FRS
- Fellow
- Elected:1995
- Former Pro-Vice-Chancellor, University of CambridgeEmeritus Professor, Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge
Professor Jeremy Sanders CBE FRS
Professor Jeremy Sanders is a chemist recognised for his innovative applications of NMR spectroscopy in organic and biological chemistry.
Jeremy is current Chair of the Royal Society Diversity Committee.
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Professor Veronica van Heyningen CBE FMedSci FRS
Elected 2007
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Professor Veronica van Heyningen CBE FMedSci FRS
- Fellow
- Elected:2007
- Honorary Professor, MRC Human Genetics Unit, University of EdinburghHonorary Professor, Institute of Opthalmology, University College London (UCL)
Professor Veronica van Heyningen
Professor Veronica van Heyningen is a geneticist who studies eye development and disease at University College London.
She is a champion of diversity and inclusion in STEM.
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