Basic research into Women’s Health should be a priority for all

Despite recent progress in clinical research into Women's Health, basic research is still lagging behind. Until we understand the fundamental physiology of women across the life span, we cannot expect to bring about meaningful change.

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PLoS Biology
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2026-08-28
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https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pbio.3003990
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Sex and Gender in Healthcare
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Basic research into Women’s Health should be a priority for all

Joanna Clarke, on behalf of the PLOS Biology Staff Editors
PLoS Biology
Sex and Gender in Healthcare
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Basic research into Women’s Health should be a priority for all

Joanna Clarke, on behalf of the PLOS Biology Staff Editors
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Abstract

Despite recent progress in clinical research into Women's Health, basic research is still lagging behind. Until we understand the fundamental physiology of women across the life span, we cannot expect to bring about meaningful change.

PLoS BiologyVol. 24(8)
Public Library of Science (US)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 8%
Sex and Gender in Healthcare
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Basic research into Women’s Health should be a priority for all — Joanna Clarke, on behalf of the PLOS Biology Staff Editors · PLoS Biology (2026) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS