The "research" include "vegan Islamophobia", "womb envy", "STEM syllabi sexism", "menopause as social construct", and the "perilous whiteness of pumpkins".
Remember folks, this is what passes for "science" in modern universities.
I don't think you understand how dangerous the situation is for the drivers. And if it is a human thing to do, you can always go and help to smuggle them over the border. Good luck.