research lab
Science-driven insights. Real-world impact. Advancing women in medicine for generations to come.
The Women in Medicine® Research Lab leads science-driven research that advances women’s careers and well-being in healthcare. Through data, discovery, and collaboration, we uncover the barriers women face and elevate science-backed solutions that foster belonging, empower leadership, and strengthen the future of medicine.
Through rigorous research and collaboration, we are redefining what equitable healthcare looks like—one data point at a time.
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We’re proud to partner with Pvolve on initiatives like the wOMEN’S HEALTH & EXERCISE RESEARCH PROPOSAL to advance scientific research in women's health and exercise science.
Read about Jennifer Aniston and PVOLVE’s thoughts on the Science of Strength.
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NIH R01 Grant in Collaboration with UChicago and UIC.
iACTIVATE: Investigators Advancing via Coaching at the Transition to Independence: A Value-Adding Team Experience
The iACTIVATE program, based on the Women in Medicine® (WIM) Leadership Accelerator, is a transformative initiative focused on advancing mid-career investigators as they transition to independence.
This program directly addresses persistent inequities in the biomedical sciences, which have been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, disproportionately affecting female, minority, and early-career researchers.
Grounded in principles of social cognitive career theory, iACTIVATE combines individual and group coaching with tailored feedback to enhance self-awareness, motivation, and career advancement.
This randomized controlled trial evaluates key outcomes such as self-efficacy, research productivity, and professional growth for researchers with K-level or equivalent awards who identify as female or nonbinary, with an emphasis on diversity and inclusion.
The program's scalable design includes a train-the-coach guide and toolkit to enable broader implementation across institutions.
By supporting resilience and productivity among underrepresented scientists, iACTIVATE paves the way for a more equitable and innovative biomedical research workforce, meeting the diverse health needs of our nation.
