Colleagues, Many of us had the opportunity, during her recent visit, to spend time with Dr. Frazier Benya, study director for the landmark National Academies report “Sexual Harassment of Women: Climate, Culture, and Consequences in Academic Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.” If you missed her excellent presentation, you can watch the video. The report, which I shared with you last June … [Read more...]
State of the Lab 2019: Q&A with Lab Director Mike Witherell
In July, the Lab’s top leaders delivered Berkeley Lab’s Annual Lab Plan to DOE leadership. The once-a-year presentation in Washington, D.C. is an opportunity to receive feedback from DOE on the Lab’s directions and priorities. Meanwhile, Congress is working toward an FY20 federal budget, and the U.S. Senate recently confirmed Chris Fall as DOE’s Office of Science Director, firming up leadership … [Read more...]
Help Us Build a Culture of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability at Berkeley Lab
Dear colleagues, Berkeley Lab has a long tradition of multidisciplinary teams working together to bring science solutions to the world. Fostering a diverse workforce—diverse in experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds—and a culture of inclusion are key to attracting and engaging the brightest minds and furthering our record of scientific excellence and groundbreaking innovations. Today we … [Read more...]
Sexual Harassment in Science
Colleagues. Here's an article and study about the experiences of too many women in science. Our scientific mission depends on the critical contributions every one of makes every day when all people feel welcomed and valued for their expertise. Best … [Read more...]
Negative comments directed at Chinese American or Asian American scientists, students, and postdocs
Dear Colleagues, During the American Physical Society meeting in Denver recently I had an opportunity to talk with colleagues about current issues affecting the international scientific community. One trend that concerns all of us is the increase in negative comments and behaviors that are, without basis, directed at Chinese American or Asian American scientists, students, and postdocs. As … [Read more...]