"Collaborating for Ethical Research: The Role of Humanists in Scientific Inquiry"

The All of Us Research Program faced public backlash for its presentation of diversity in genomic data, highlighting the need for scientists to consider societal impacts of their research. The use of UMAP in the study has sparked debate, emphasizing the importance of incorporating humanities experts into genomic studies. The author, a neuroscience researcher, advocates for a multidisciplinary approach that considers both the science and humanity of traumatic experiences, stressing the need for scientists to minimize potential harms and engage with non-STEM experts to present findings responsibly.