The Journal of Biomechanical Engineering Remains Committed to Supporting Scholarship Through the Promotion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Year: 2025
Type: editorial
Abstract: In light of the recent reprioritization of federal funding, the Journal of Biomechanical Engineering (JBME) reaffirms its commitment to reporting scientific excellence, advancements in knowledge, and technical innovations that benefit healthcare for everyone. Furthermore, we recognize that this commitment to excellent and rigorous science and engineering is supported by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, which ensures that advances in biomedical engineering address the distinct health needs of the broadest possible population. In this editorial, we highlight the recent actions that the journal has taken to support diversity and inclusion, including the appointment of Diversity Advocate positions, implementation of a double-blind review process, and publication of special issues on inclusive science and engineering. Finally, we present research and publication recommendations to the broader biomechanical engineering community that collectively embody the core principles of our field and that will lead to more equity and impact in biomechanical engineering.
DOI: 10.1115/1.4070720
Authors: Darryl Dickerson, Spencer E. Szczesny
Institutions: University of New Mexico, Pennsylvania State University
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems and Management
Field: Decision Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Reduced inequalities
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4417523004