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Despite the significant contribution women have made to science, societal gender prejudices have prevented women from taking more actives roles in the field. Even though this sector has advanced recently and more women are working in it, UNESCO's Institute for Statistics estimates (only) 33.3% of researchers worldwide are women (2). Several barriers may be limiting the participation and contribution of women in the sciences. While women outnumber male graduates at the university level, men continue to exceed women in most science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers and leadership positions (3,4).Compared with their male colleagues, women have fewer first-author publications, receive less professional recognition, and are less likely to have research mentorship (5)(6)(7)(8). Additionally, female researchers receive fewer grant opportunities and promotions compared with men.Harassment, assault, and marginalization sometimes truncate the careers of promising health scientists, especially those whose race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation make them targets of discrimination (5,9). Indeed, many of the researchers involved in efforts to optimize science have recognized a problem centered on gender diversity (10). With the application of gender equality policies, the successful participation of women in research, medicine, and public health has opened a promising avenue for increasing the number of women entering and leading in these fields (11,12). Changes within the scientific community support more transparent scientific practices and representation, reflecting on historical practices and providing opportunities to address the lack of diversity and non-inclusive culture (13).Science today benefits from a more collaborative rather than individual process, where team size and participation influences research impact (14). While teams tend to be relatively homogeneous, it is important to proactively address team composition by making them more inclusive and representative of the fields they reflect. Open science, representation, and empowerment are the seeds of a culture of community and sharing that, if cultivated, can continue to foster women's inclusion and participation.The important contribution of first female authors and the growing integration of women in science can be noted in this Emerging and Neglected Tropical Diseases publication series.Rodrígues, et al. (15) Ramkhelawan, et al. (16), through a systematic review, found in the β-tubulin gene family of A.lumbricoides, mutations at codons F200Y (TTC/Phenylalanine to TAC/Tyrosine), E198A (GAG, GAA/Glutamic acid to GCG, GCA/Alanine) and F167Y (TTC, TTT/Phenylalanine to TAC, TAT/Tyrosine), which were associated with possible benzimidazole resistance. Knowledge of this resistance further contributes to incorporating approaches for prevention, management, and treatment, thus decreasing the economic and health burden of ascariasis due to benzimidazole resistance worldwide. Saboyá Díaz, et al. (17) presented the current neglected infectious diseases situation in the Americas and prospects for their control and elimination as a 2030 goal. They addressed the advances and progress in achieving the objectives of control and elimination of neglected infectious diseases (NTD) in the Americas and the commitment of the countries to strengthen their capacities and sustain their efforts to achieve the elimination goals.Chotun, et al. (18) addressed the patterns and strategies for neglected tropical disease (NTD) management needed to sustain post-elimination success in African Union member states, as well as the challenges faced, including the potential withdrawal of financial support and the risk of disease re-emergence. This manuscript highlights the importance of continued innovation in surveillance, the critical role of community health workers, the integration of NTD postelimination strategies into broader health and development frameworks such as universal health coverage, and the need for innovative financing and partnerships to ensure the longterm success of NTD elimination efforts.The paradigm shift in society regarding the place of women in science has made possible that gender should not be a barrier to research. This, along with the increased demand to address disease resurgence and emergence, makes this is a historic moment for women to make a difference. Undoubtedly, one first step is the application of better science through more collaborative studies, the promotion of equal opportunities, and the exponential integration of women in research.Author Contributions: All authors listed have made a substantial, direct, intellectual contribution to the work and approved it for publication.

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Modern trends in the methodology of scientific psychological research are characterized by an increasing use of quantitative methods, including big data and neuroscience, in parallel with the development of qualitative approaches such as phenomenological studies and discourse analysis. Particular attention is paid to the combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, as well as ethical aspects of research. Open science is becoming a key trend, promoting transparency and reproducibility of results. Research is aimed at deepening the understanding of mental processes, taking into account the impact of digital technologies and the need for practical application of results in various spheres of life. The study revealed the relevance of the crisis problem in psychological research, which affects the training of future scientists. However, even in the presence of difficulties, the high professional competence of postgraduate students is a key factor for successful scientific activity. The results emphasize the importance of thorough knowledge and understanding of the scientific apparatus. Professional competence of postgraduate students is defined as an integral characteristic that includes deep theoretical knowledge, research, communication and organizational skills, as well as adherence to academic integrity. The study refutes the permanence of crisis phenomena in psychological science, demonstrating that a high level of professional competence is the key to a successful scientific career for postgraduate students. Modern psychological research should focus on the application of scientific methods to ensure objectivity and reliability of knowledge. The use of psychological experiments, statistical analysis and evidence-based practice allows for the establishment of patterns and ensures the repeatability of results, which are key characteristics of science. Abandoning scientific methods puts psychology at risk of losing its status as a scientific discipline, as without a clear system of verification of claims, its theories and methods remain in doubt.

Scientific awards can shape scientific careers, helping to secure jobs and grants, but can also contribute to the lack of diversity at senior levels and in the elite networks of scientists. To assess the status quo and historical trends, we evaluated 'best researcher' awards and 'best paper' early- and mid-career awards from broad-scope international journals and societies in ecology and evolution. Specifically, we collated information on eligibility rules, assessment criteria and potential gender bias. Our results reveal that, overall, few awards foster equitable access and assessment. Although many awards now explicitly allow extensions of the eligibility period for substantial career interruptions, there is a general lack of transparency in terms of assessment and consideration of other differences in access to opportunities and resources among junior researchers. Strikingly, open science practices were mentioned and valued in only one award. By highlighting instances of desirable award characteristics, we hope this work will nudge award committees to shift from simple but non-equitable award policies and practices towards strategies enhancing inclusivity and diversity. Such a shift would benefit not only those at the early- and mid-career stages but the whole research community. It is also an untapped opportunity to reward open science practices, promoting transparent and robust science.