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They Wanted Research Funding, So They Entered the Lottery

They Wanted Research Funding, So They Entered the Lottery

A survey of New Zealand scientists found that recipients of a randomized funding program favored random allocations of some kinds of grant money.

The Research Literature Looks Too Good to Be True

The Research Literature Looks Too Good to Be True

Standard reports paint a much rosier picture of the research landscape than may be warranted. In this analysis, the first hypothesis of standard articles reported was supported by the data 96% of the time, while that rate was only 44% in registered reports.

EPA Can't Kick Scientists Off Science Advisory Panels, Court Says

EPA Can't Kick Scientists Off Science Advisory Panels, Court Says

In a victory for science and public health, a federal court determined that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency cannot exclude scientists who have received EPA research grants - who happen to be mainly academic scientists from research universities - from serving on its advisory panels.

Comparing Meta-analyses and Preregistered Multiple-laboratory Replication Projects

Comparing Meta-analyses and Preregistered Multiple-laboratory Replication Projects

Kvarven, Strømland and Johannesson compare meta-analyses to multiple-laboratory replication projects and find that meta-analyses overestimate effect sizes by a factor of almost three. Commonly used methods of adjusting for publication bias do not substantively improve results.

The Trouble with Anti-populism: Why the Champions of Civility Keep Losing

The Trouble with Anti-populism: Why the Champions of Civility Keep Losing

With rightwing demagogues gaining power and public debate getting nastier, many are calling for a return to a more sensible politics. But this approach has its own fatal flaws.

Market Economics Has Driven Universities into Crisis - and We're All Paying the Price

Market Economics Has Driven Universities into Crisis - and We're All Paying the Price

When staff go on strike in the UK this month, they will be battling not just for the future of higher education but for our economy and culture, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones.

Do Not Violate the International Health Regulations During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Do Not Violate the International Health Regulations During the COVID-19 Outbreak

In imposing travel restrictions against China during the current outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), many countries are violating the International Health Regulations.

Federal Council Renews Martin Vetterli's Term As President of EPFL

Federal Council Renews Martin Vetterli's Term As President of EPFL

The Swiss Federal Council has renewed Martin Vetterli's term as president of Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), upon the recommendation of the ETH Board. The professor of communication systems will therefore lead EPFL for a second four-year term that will begin on 1 January 2021.

Key Findings About Americans' Confidence in Science and Their Views on Scientists' Role in Society

Key Findings About Americans' Confidence in Science and Their Views on Scientists' Role in Society

Here is a roundup of key takeaways from our studies of U.S. public opinion about science issues and their effect on society.

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-related Coronavirus - The Species and Its Viruses

Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-related Coronavirus - The Species and Its Viruses

The present outbreak of lower respiratory tract infections, including respiratory distress syndrome, is the third spillover, in only two decades, of an animal coronavirus to humans resulting in a major epidemic.

At Least 500 Wuhan Medical Staff Infected with Coronavirus

At Least 500 Wuhan Medical Staff Infected with Coronavirus

Medical sources in the city confirm rate of infection, but say they have been told not to release the full picture to the public.

Devoted to Discovery: Seven Women Scientists Who Have Shaped Our World

Devoted to Discovery: Seven Women Scientists Who Have Shaped Our World

Women have made significant contributions to the field of science, but often their invaluable advances have been minimized or ignored.

15th European Association of Science Editors Conference, Valencia 2020

15th European Association of Science Editors Conference, Valencia 2020

The conference will debate the role of the editor in supporting and promoting sustainable science, and ensuring diversity through stimulating plenary speakers, panel discussions and interactive sessions.