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Insular collaboration networks contribute to inequities in academic psychology by concentrating resources and reputation among members of majority groups. By actively diversifying their networks, researchers can improve their science and reduce inequity.

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Wojcik, E.H. Diversifying collaboration networks to increase equity in psychology. Nat Rev Psychol 1, 9–10 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s44159-021-00014-y

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