What’s Next for Biden’s Research Agenda After Science Adviser’s Fall From Grace?
The resignation of the Science Adviser likely won’t doom president’s science initiatives, argue science policy observers
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Scientists campaign for UK and Switzerland to join EU programme
Excluding colleagues from Horizon Europe over political disputes is ‘sadomasochistic’
Let's Hope We Can All Stick to Science
There was a collective sigh of relief when it was announced that the UK would commit to Association for Horizon Europe. We knew the details had to be worked out
My Lesson from Successful Scientists: Success Can Be Learnt
High achievers are united in their passion for science, perseverance, hard work and lifelong learning, says Ruth Gotian.
Chinese 'space Cleaner' Spotted Grabbing and Throwing Away Old Satellite
Last month, a private satellite tracking company spotted a Chinese spacecraft apparently grabbing and throwing a dead satellite away into a "graveyard" orbit.
Biden Science Adviser Resigns Amid Claims of Workplace Bullying
President Biden's efforts to remake US R&D policy took a hit Monday, as his chief science adviser, Eric Lander, unexpectedly resigned following an internal White House investigation of claims he had bullied members of his staff.
Deluge of Dog Pee and Poo Harming Nature Reserves, Study Suggests
Urine and faeces creating nitrogen and phosphorus levels that would be illegal on farms, scientists calculate
France Helps Brussels Move Ahead with 'disruptive' Plan for Research Assessment
France Helps Brussels Move Ahead with 'disruptive' Plan for Research Assessment
France is now working with the European Commission and science and university associations to push for a new system of evaluating research in Europe, launching the Paris Call on research assessment.
A Pathway Towards Multidimensional Academic Careers
A Pathway Towards Multidimensional Academic Careers
LERU published a position paper “A Pathway towards Multidimensional Academic” to provide a LERU framework for assessing researchers careers. The report elaborates on three perspectives that form the basis of the framework for the assessment of research.
Experience of Climate Extremes Increase Green Voting in Europe
What role do experiences with climate change and extreme events play in shaping environmental attitudes and to what extent can they explain the recent rise in environmental concerns and willingness to vote for Green parties across Europe?
Impact Beyond Science of ERC Funded Research
More than one in ten ERC funded researchers have either created companies, transferred the results of their research to pre-existing companies, or both.
1 in 4 Youth 'may Ignore Science,' Leading to Calls for Improved Communications
1 in 4 Youth 'may Ignore Science,' Leading to Calls for Improved Communications
A new Canada Foundation for Innovation survey finds that while young people generally trust science, action is still needed to improve literacy.
Who Will Defend Embattled Scientists?
The latest round of attacks on prominent US scientists from public figures and elected officials may require the formation of a new type of organization to ensure our safety and productivity.
At Doom’s Doorstep: It is 100 Seconds to Midnight
The Doomsday Clock has become a universally recognized indicator of the world’s vulnerability to catastrophe from nuclear weapons, climate change, and disruptive technologies in other domains.
UK 'DARPA' Should Let the Sunshine in
There's too much secrecy behind ARIA, the United Kingdom's ambitious planned agency for high-risk, high-reward research funding.
Does Open Access Cannibalize Print Sales for Monographs?
This post describes a new research project which will look at the impact of open access on print monograph sales, particularly in light of the free access provided early in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Member States Break EIC Work Programme Deadlock
EU member states have voted to break the political deadlock that has been holding back the European Innovation Council's (EIC's) 2022 work programme.
COVID's Lesson for Governments? Don't Cherry-Pick Advice, Synthesize It
COVID's Lesson for Governments? Don't Cherry-Pick Advice, Synthesize It
Too many national leaders get good guidance yet make poor decisions.
To Deal with Global Challenges, Open Access Publishing Must Be the New Normal
To Deal with Global Challenges, Open Access Publishing Must Be the New Normal
Public money contributes to the publication of around 2.5 million papers in scientific journals each year - yet as taxpayers most of us have access to just a fraction of that output.
Others Helped Me Become a Scientist. Now, I'm Paying It Forward
Others Helped Me Become a Scientist. Now, I'm Paying It Forward
Outreach activities helped this postdoc grow and find satisfaction in her work as a scientist
Central and Eastern Europeans Missing from Top Leadership in EU Research Bodies
The vast majority of research-focused EU bodies have never had a top leader from central or eastern Europe finds a new report that is demanding "affirmative action" to broaden the distribution of jobs across the bloc. This is a problem across the whole EU apparatus and risks bolstering political parties in central and eastern Europe that are hostile to Brussels, the report warns.
Native Peruvians Threaded Corpses' Spines on to Sticks, Study Suggests
Chincha people put their dead back together after colonisers disturbed graves when looting silver and gold, research says
Space Exploration Could Be Earth's Saving Grace
A bird's eye view of the Earth could help identify the issues causing the climate crisis, space experts said at the 14th European Space Conference last week.
Social-media Platforms Failing to Tackle Abuse of Scientists
A report by activists found that half of debunked online disinformation targeting three prominent scientists remains live and unlabelled.
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