Abstract

People from racial and ethnic minority groups, those with disabilities, and those from low-income backgrounds are underrepresented in higher education and science-related careers. Adolescents from these groups are less likely to attend college and obtain a science degree or pursue a science-related career. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of a diverse healthcare workforce and exacerbated educational disparities already experienced by youth from disadvantaged backgrounds. While science internship programs can help encourage science interest and pursuit, we know less about the role that virtual curricula play in advancing science education and mentorship opportunities.

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