Learn about our lab’s philosophy and commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusivity

We dedicate ourselves to creating a safe and inclusive research environment.

We promote the development of academic and non-academic scientists.

We collaborate to make new discoveries.

We believe that Black Lives Matter, Love is Love, Feminism is for Everyone, and that Immigrants are Welcome.

  • Laboratory efforts

    We participate in bimonthly lab meetings with the Lobo Lab that are devoted to topics of diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. We also participate in UMB’s Neuroscience Outreach and Volunteer Association (NOVA).

  • Departmental Efforts

    Dr. Juarez is a faculty member of University of Maryland, Baltimore’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism in Science (IDEAS) Committee, and the lab participates in IDEAS events.

  • Outreach and Advocacy Efforts

    We plan to engage with the Baltimore community to bring engaging and informative science to everyone. Stay tuned!