How to Shrink the Gap That Holds Black Scientists Back
As UK universities prepare to welcome new undergraduates, a study suggests ways to level the playing field between white and minority-ethnic science students.
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What a Personal Saga Reveals About Scientists' Lives - and About Science Itself
Two scientists allowed Nature to chronicle their lives for three years. Their story speaks to the epic professional and personal struggles involved in establishing a career in research.
'Green Growth' Doesn't Exist - Less of Everything is the Only Way to Avert Catastrophe
'Green Growth' Doesn't Exist - Less of Everything is the Only Way to Avert Catastrophe
It is simply not possible to carry on at the current level of economic activity without destroying the environment, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
Support for Tenure-Track Parents Is Still Lacking, Readers Say
We asked readers about their institutions' support for parents on the tenure track. There's room for improvement, they said.
The British Academy Chooses Midlands As First Hub for Early Career Researcher Network
The British Academy Chooses Midlands As First Hub for Early Career Researcher Network
The British Academy today announced the University of Birmingham as the first regional hub of its Early Career Researcher Network.
Fifty Shades of Hybrid Conferences: Why Publishers Should Care (and How You Can Help)
Fifty Shades of Hybrid Conferences: Why Publishers Should Care (and How You Can Help)
Since in-person events are likely not going away, and neither are virtual ones, conference organizers are left with the most complex of options: hybrid. How can scholarly publishers help?
What Germany's Election Means for Research and Innovation
For nearly 40 years, Germany's voice has been loudest in setting European Union research and innovation policy. Now, a split decision by German voters on Angela Merkel's successor throws into question what that policy will look like, and who will set it.
How to Make Your Teaching More Inclusive
How to Make Your Teaching More Inclusive
This comprehensive guide offers a road map to make sure your classroom interactions and course design reach all students, not just some of them.
Intersectional Science Policy Special Issue
Read the 2021 International Science Policy Memo Competition winning articles on intersectional science policy
GYA Declares Support for Afghan Scholars
The members and alumni of the Global Young Academy (GYA) urge governments, universities and scientific organisations to take immediate action to secure the lives and careers of Afghanistan's scholars and students. A particular focus is necessary to protect women, children, and at-risk groups.
UK Universities Have Passed the Challenge of Brexit and Covid
The pandemic produced apocalyptic warnings about higher education in the UK. In fact, its future is looking a lot brighter than predicted.
How Latin American Researchers Suffer in Science
It's time to tackle the cumulative barriers and biases faced by scientists who aren't from wealthy countries.
OpenCitations in Five Hundred Words
Summary of a talk at the 2021 OASPA Conference, with the title OpenCitations - what does the future hold.
Should Scientists Run the Country?
Covid has put academics at the heart of policymaking, but electing better politicians could be the answer.
Who's Afraid of Epistemic Diversity?
Twelve scholars of science advice discuss the challenges of incorporating a radically diverse range of perspectives into a science advice process.
European Research Access Vital for Swiss Universities
Switzerland's ETH Domain call on the government to regain access to EU's Horizon Europe research collaborations.
'Time Team' Could Reveal the Future of Public Engagement
The UK archaeology programme, which is being revived on YouTube, represents an ideal to which other disciplines can aspire.
The Evolving Role of Scientific Editing
In a collaborative open peer review process, the editor's role changes as much as the reviewer's role.
Closest Known Relatives of Virus Found in Laos
Studies of bats in China and Laos show southeast Asia is a hotspot for potentially dangerous viruses similar to SARS-CoV-2.
Luis Miramontes Helped Enable the Sexual Revolution. Why Isn't He Better Known?
By synthesizing norethindrone, one of the first active ingredients in birth control pills, Luis Miramontes helped usher in the sexual revolution.
Europeans Strongly Support Science and Technology According to New Eurobarometer Survey
Europeans Strongly Support Science and Technology According to New Eurobarometer Survey
A new Eurobarometer survey on ‘European citizens' knowledge and attitudes towards science and technology' shows that 9 in 10 EU citizens (86%) think that the overall influence of science and technology is positive.
How Much Money Does Switzerland Invest in Research and Development?
How Much Money Does Switzerland Invest in Research and Development?
Every year, the SNSF receives around one billion francs from the federal government. In 2019, a total of 22.9 billion Swiss francs was available for R&D in Switzerland. The country ranks seventh in terms GDP share spent on R&D.
Open Reviewer Identities: Full Steam Ahead or Proceed with Caution?
Open peer review has been growing steadily but its implementations take many different forms. This post takes a deep dive into the question of whether reviewers should be openly identified.
New ERC President to Take Up Post a Month Later Than Planned
Official engagements this October have delayed Maria Leptin's move to become president of the European Research Council, by one month. Leptin will now step into the post on 1 November, leaving ERC without a president for two months. Until then, ERC's vice presidents will cover for her.
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