Rigorous science demands support of transgender scientists

• DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2024.02.021
• Publication Date: 2024-03-14T14:37:48Z
• Authors: Krisha Aghi; Brendan M. Anderson; Bria M. Castellano; Avery Cunningham; Maggie Delano; Evyn S. Dickinson; Lexy von Diezmann; Sofia Kirke Forsl...; Dori M. Grijseels; Sebastian S. Groh; Eartha Mae Guthman; Izzy Jayasinghe; Juliet Johnston; Sam Long; Jess F. McLaughlin; Maeve McLaughlin; Miriam Miyagi; Bittu Rajaraman; Fátima Sancheznieto; Ayden I. Scheim; Simón(e) D. Sun; F. Dylan Titmuss; Reubs J. Walsh; Zara Y. Weinberg
• Keywords: Oppression

To build a just, equitable, and diverse academy, scientists and institutions must address systemic barriers that sex and gender minorities face. This Commentary summarizes (1) critical context informing the contemporary oppression of transgender people, (2) how this shapes extant research on sex and gender, and (3) actions to build an inclusive and rigorous academy for all.