African Science Map Redrawn as Egypt Dominates R&D Spending
Egypt’s research investment surged twelve-fold from 2000 to 2023, global IP body says
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Europe Must Prioritise Research and Innovation to Be Competitive
Europe Must Prioritise Research and Innovation to Be Competitive
Research and innovation are key areas to reignite sustainable growth and drive productivity.
Does Altering A Dataset Merit Retraction?
Self-archiving on personal sites is perfectly permitted under many journal data policies. But what happens when an author alters the underlying data?
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Provides In-house Science Advice for the President
White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Provides In-house Science Advice for the President
Headed by the president's science adviser, OSTP serves as a one-stop shop for everything science and innovation inside the White House.
Science Could Be a Bright Spot in U.S.-China Relations
A renewed agreement may help stabilize a turbulent relationship.
Experts Warn of Fragmentation in Global Collaboration for Innovation
Global collaboration around innovation and technology is still growing, but the sector is at risk of fragmentation amid heightened competition, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has warned in its second annual Global Cooperation Barometer.
The Untold Story: India's Data Science Revolution. How It's Shaping Global Futures
The Untold Story: India's Data Science Revolution. How It's Shaping Global Futures
India's Leap into the Global Data Science Arena India is making groundbreaking advances in the field of data science by joining the United Nations' prominent committee on big data for official statistics. This strategic move enables the nation to tackle global challenges and push forward its sustainable development goals through big data innovations. Embracing Innovation for a Better Future With a focus on cutting-edge technology, India is creating a data innovation lab, signalling its commitment to modernise decision-making processes. By adopting advanced techniques, such as satellite imagery and machine learning, the country aims to align its data initiatives with international
How to Sustain Scientific Collaboration Amid Worsening US-China Relations
How to Sustain Scientific Collaboration Amid Worsening US-China Relations
Researchers need to define 'safe zones' for joint work in which the benefits outweigh the political risks. Here's how.
What Trump 2.0 Means for Science: the Likely Winners and Losers
The incoming US president is expected to gut support for research on the environment and infectious diseases, but could buoy work in artificial intelligence, quantum research and space exploration.
Glacier Intervention Research Isn't Just for Glaciologists
Prospects for mitigating sea level rise by slowing flows of glacial ice into the ocean are worthy of research, but this work must involve all rights holders and stakeholders.
Students and Research Mentors Can Navigate Career Conversations Together
Students and Research Mentors Can Navigate Career Conversations Together
This article offers advice for graduate students and research mentors on how to have better conversations about career planning.
Facebook to Ditch Fact-checking: What Do Researchers Think?
Meta's planned shift away from third party fact-checking in favour of a crowdsourced approach has perplexed those who study the spread of misinformation.
More than 60 German Universities and Research Institutions Leave X
More than 60 German Universities and Research Institutions Leave X
Changes to the social media platform make further use “untenable”
How Do We Democratize Scientific Research?
As scientists struggle to connect with the public, they must consider new models for making research more accessible.
Scientists Debate Fleeing America Because of Trump - or Risk Their Research Being Censored
Scientists Debate Fleeing America Because of Trump - or Risk Their Research Being Censored
âThey use fear to silence usâ: Two scientists express different strategies for surviving an anti-science agenda
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Can Science Be Both Open and Secure? Nations Grapple with Tightening Research Security As China's Dominance Grows
Can Science Be Both Open and Secure? Nations Grapple with Tightening Research Security As China's Dominance Grows
Scientific R&D drives economic competitiveness, military technology and national security. Governments are trying to balance research security with protecting the openness that makes science work.
How the Search for Beauty Drives Scientific Enquiry
We surveyed thousands of scientists in four countries and learned just how important beauty is to them.
Public Trust in Science is Ebbing - and Will Have Real-world Consequences
Public Trust in Science is Ebbing - and Will Have Real-world Consequences
Anti-science attitudes have historically encumbered societal progress in the U.S., often with serious ramifications. The scientific community is now bracing for upheaval as the Trump administration prepares to take office.
Switzerland to Join Horizon Europe After Deal with Brussels
After four years of waiting, Switzerland has finally agreed a deal with Brussels that will allow its researchers to participate as equals in the EU's Horizon Europe research and innovation programme.
Open Science is a Spectrum and We Must Push for Greater Inclusivity
As more of the research process is exposed, the readiness and resources of researchers and their institutions must be considered
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