Conference accessibility should be a universal concern.

McClurg, Urszula Lucja ORCID: 0000-0003-2631-4174 (2024) Conference accessibility should be a universal concern. Nature cell biology, 26 (3). 309-.

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Abstract

In this piece, I share a personal encounter that underscores the glaring gaps in conference accessibility and challenges faced by disabled academics. I reveal historical biases and resistance to change and propose ways to transform conferences into more inclusive spaces, ensuring that all scientists can fully participate in the scientific discourse.

Item Type:	Article
Divisions:	Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Faculty of Health and Life Sciences > Institute of Systems, Molecular and Integrative Biology
Depositing User:	Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited:	19 Feb 2024 16:19
Last Modified:	02 Apr 2024 09:31
DOI:	10.1038/s41556-024-01346-6
Related URLs:	Author Publisher
URI:	https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/3178781