Mentoring to propagate racial inclusivity in neuroscience

Neuron. 2024 Sep 4;112(17):2833-2836. doi: 10.1016/j.neuron.2024.08.004. Epub 2024 Aug 21.

Abstract

Mentoring the next generation of neuroscientists from historically excluded backgrounds brings several challenges. Successful mentor-mentee relationships are critical for addressing these challenges. Rodriguez-Romaguera and Quirk reflect on lessons learned from their cross-racial mentor-mentee relationship that could apply to many mentors.

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Mentoring*
  • Mentors*
  • Neurosciences* / education
  • Racism