Are you the next Benjamin Banneker? You could be!
The Black Scientist Project (BSJ) at Stanford University wants you. The Stanford School of Education are seeking participants who have majored and/or obtained a degree in science.
The purpose of is to identify the factors influencing the experience of individuals who become scientists and the study will examine the ways Black scientists and science majors experience science."This knowledge may inform the development of programs, curriculum, and other supports designed to help current and future Black students in their pursuit of a science career."
See "Introduction to Black Scientist Project" Video.
"We are interested in the academic and cultural experiences of Black scientists and students as they engage in science within classrooms, with teachers, and other students," said the Dr. Bryan Brown, assistant professor of research at Stanford. "Additionally, we are compiling a series of autobiographical video testimonies and stories of those who did become scientists.
"The investigators hope to identify why some people are able to pursue degrees and/or careers in science while others do not. The findings of our study will provide a rich understanding of the significant experiences, challenges, and successes that guide the experience of those who are interested in science," said Dr. Brown. This knowledge may inform the development of programs, curriculum, and other supports designed to help current and future Black students in their pursuit of a science career."
To participate in the study please visit http://blackscience.stanford.edu"and take the brief survey!
Wanted: Black Scientists
Thursday, May 07, 2009
The Black Hour
