Implementation: Implementation of the BIMS Tidal Wave Program

科学社团在传播研究成果和建立合作团体方面发挥着重要作用；然而，科学会议缺乏多样性是海洋科学和保护进步的主要症结。系统障碍增加了有色人种研究人员参加并成功操纵这些会议的难度。通常，那些参加会议的研究人员是少数人之一，他们的经历可能充满了孤立，这使得他们很难真正参与会议和活动。为了增加有色人种科学家在海洋科学会议上的多样性和参与度，减少因隔离而产生的负面经历，非营利性海洋科学中的黑人（BIMS）引入了BIMS潮汐波。该项目的目标是：1)为一群科学家提供成功在会议上发言所需的网络和技术技能；2)将有色人种研究人员的贡献纳入海洋科学会议，包括由BIMS研究所主办的会议；3)增加盟友和专注于海洋保护和研究的黑人专业人士之间的凝聚力。每年，一群不同教育水平（本科到研究生）和职业（学术、政府、私营部门）的黑人海洋科学家将被选中参加一次海洋科学会议。在每次会议之前，参与者将参加一系列的研讨会，重点是展示研究、网络和成功的导师与学员的互动。每次会议结束后，研究小组将接受会后培训，这将有助于参与者发表他们的研究并为未来的研究建立合作关系。作为提高黑人海洋科学家在科学会议上的多样性和经验的一种手段，非营利组织海洋科学中的黑人介绍了BIMS潮汐波。该计划旨在逐步扩大海洋科学会议参与和社会成员的多样性，支持40名学生和早期和晚期职业专业人士每年在两次海洋科学会议上发表研究成果。从在会议上被孤立和排斥的经历中走出来，潮水项目的目标是通过获得新的技能、资源和群体支持，让参与者感到信心和归属感的提升。这些根本性的变化将改变黑人科学家和其他与会者的经历。在会议之前，该项目将提供动手网络和专业发展研讨会，包括成功举办会议所需的资源、支持和技能。这些讲习班将加强参与者之间的关系和相互支持，从而增加参加的舒适感和轻松感。选择了相关的科学会议来代表海洋政策和研究中的一系列子学科，确保黑人的研究贡献得到倾听并在会议上占有一席之地。在会议上，我们将为与会者提供相互联系的机会，以及与东道国社会的成员和领导建立联系的机会。在拨款的最后一年，BIMS研究所将举办一次高级会议，黑人海洋科学专业人士和盟友独家参加。BIMS潮汐波将最终改变科学会议的面貌，并丰富参加这些会议的黑人海洋科学家的经验。该奖项反映了美国国家科学基金会的法定使命，并通过使用基金会的知识价值和更广泛的影响审查标准进行评估，被认为值得支持。

Scientific societies play a significant role in the dissemination of research, and the creation of collaborative groups; however the lack of diversity at scientific meetings serves as a major crux to the advancement of ocean science and conservation. Systematic barriers increase the difficulty for researchers of color to attend and successfully maneuver these conferences. Often, those researchers who do attend are one of a handful and their experiences can be riddled with isolation, making it hard to truly engage in meeting sessions and activities. To increase diversity and engagement of scientists of color at ocean science conferences and reduce negative experiences stemming from seclusion, the non-profit Black in Marine Science (BIMS) introduces The BIMS Tidal Wave. The goals of this project are to 1) provide a cohort of scientists the networking and technical skills needed to successfully present at a conference, 2) incorporate contributions of researchers of color in ocean science conferences including a conference hosted by the BIMS Institute and 3) increase cohesion among allies and Black professionals who focus on ocean conservation and research. Each year, a cohort of Black marine scientists at varied educational levels (undergrad to graduate) and professions (academic, government, private sector) will be selected to attend one ocean science conference. Prior to each conference participants will partake in a series of workshops focused on presenting research, networking, and successful mentor-mentee interactions. After each conference, cohorts will receive post-conference training that will assist participants in publishing their research and forming collaborative bonds for future research.As a means of improving the diversity and experience of Black marine scientists at scientific conferences, the nonprofit organization Black in Marine Science introduces The BIMS Tidal Wave. This program aims to expand the diversity of marine science conference participation and society membership in a stepwise fashion, supporting 40 students, and both early & late career professionals in presenting research at two marine science meetings each year. Moving past the experience of being isolated and excluded at conferences, the goal is that participants in The Tidal Wave Program feel a boost in confidence and in a sense of belonging by having new skills, resources, and cohort support. These fundamental changes will alter the experience of both Black scientists and other attendees at the conference. Prior to the meetings, the program will provide hands-on networking and professional development workshops including the resources, support, and skills needed to navigate a conference successfully. These workshops will strengthen relationships and mutual support among participants, thereby increasing the sense of comfort and ease of attending. Pertinent scientific meetings have been selected to represent an array of sub-disciplines within ocean policy and research, ensuring that Black peoples’ research contributions are heard and have a seat at the table. At the conferences, we will facilitate opportunities for participants to network with one another, as well as with members and leadership of the host society. In the final year of the grant, the BIMS institute will host a culminating conference, exclusive to Black marine science professionals and allies. The BIMS Tidal Wave will ultimately change the face of scientific conferences and enrich the experiences of Black marine scientists who attend these conferences.This award reflects NSF's statutory mission and has been deemed worthy of support through evaluation using the Foundation's intellectual merit and broader impacts review criteria.