On being #BlackInChem
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In August 2020, Black chemists and allies took to Twitter to celebrate the inaugural #BlackInChem week. The campaign highlighted the diversity and accomplishments of Black chemists and also created space for candid discussions about the discrimination these scientists face in chemistry. In the latest episode of Stereo Chemistry, we hear from Black chemists about the current state of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the chemical sciences and what non-Black allies can do to support Black chemists.
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