Importance of diversity and representationin science: benefits towards strengtheningour response to global challenges

Perez-Sepulveda B, Cunningham-Oakes E, Waters E. (2025)

npj antimicrobials & resistance


Diversity is a mechanism that pathogens use toadapt and survive new challenges, like theintroduction of antimicrobials in modern medicine.With antimicrobial resistance increasing andantibiotic development slowing, this arms race istipping in favour of pathogens. This paper highlightshow fostering diversity and representation insciencethrough outreach, collaboration, andinclusive practicescan mirror naturesadaptability, drive innovation, and deliver relevantsolutions to tackle such global challenges.


npj antimicrobials & resistance


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