USF St. Petersburg campus Honors Program Theses (Undergraduate)
First Advisor
Bryon Miller, Ph.D.
Second Advisor
Geveryl Robinson
Publisher
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
Document Type
Thesis
Publication Date
2021
Date Issued
2021-05-07
Abstract
The history of racism and prejudice in the United States is not limited to segregation, slavery, and discrimination. Medical and scientific racism continue to disproportionately affect Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC). BIPOC have been used for scientific advancement without full disclosure of potential harm or adequate compensation. Scientists and medical providers have dehumanized minority individuals by disrespecting their autonomy and targeting vulnerable populations. This thesis consists of a literature review that surrounds the history of medical and scientific exploitation of people of color, ethical guidelines surrounding research, eugenics, and how assumptions affect the quality of care that minority groups receive, and results from new research are presented.
Recommended Citation
Soriano, Samantha, "Racism in Medicine and Science" (2021). USF St. Petersburg campus Honors Program Theses (Undergraduate).
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/honorstheses/275
Comments
A thesis submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements of the University Honors Program University of South Florida, St. Petersburg May 7th, 2021.