French Scientist Who Pushed Unproven Covid Drug May Be Forced from Post
Didier Raoult, who promoted hydroxychloroquine treatment, may not be able to continue his research.
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Delta's Rise is Fuelled by Rampant Spread from People Who Feel Fine
People infected with the Delta variant generally do not have COVID-19 symptoms until two days after they start shedding the coronavirus.
The Science Policy Script, Revised
Offering a revised set of foundational assumptions on science policy and a fresh point of entry for the field of Science & Technology Studies to contribute to the discourse.
Vaccine Hesitancy is a Symptom of People's Broken Relationship with the State | Nesrine Malik
From A-levels to Pensions, Algorithms Make Easy Targets - but They Aren't to Blame
From A-levels to Pensions, Algorithms Make Easy Targets - but They Aren't to Blame
Poor policy outcomes are not the responsibility of 'mutant maths', but of choices made by people in power.
Key Steps Faculty Should Take to Facilitate the Use of Science in Policy Making
Key Steps Faculty Should Take to Facilitate the Use of Science in Policy Making
How to facilitate the use of science as a key element of the policy-making process.
Research Data Management Challenges in Citizen Science Projects and Recommendations for Library Support Services
Research Data Management Challenges in Citizen Science Projects and Recommendations for Library Support Services
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COVID: Why Are Infections Rising in Israel?
With almost 70% of the country fully vaccinated, Israel has seen a life after COVID-19. But now infections are on the rise. What's going on? Will a third jab help?
How Do Vaccinated People Spread Delta? What the Science Says
Emerging data suggest that Delta could spread more readily than other coronavirus variants among people vaccinated against COVID-19. But key questions remain.
New Mathematical Record: What's the Point of Calculating Pi?
The famous number has many practical uses, mathematicians say, but is it really worth the time and effort to work out its trillions of digits?
US Lab Stands on Threshold of Key Nuclear Fusion Goal
A US science institute is on the verge of achieving a longstanding goal in nuclear fusion research.
How I Tackled Post-PhD Imposter Syndrome
Kelsey Inouye's job search gave her panic attacks and dented her self-esteem. But she learnt to take rejection in her stride.
The Questions Concerning Technology
A set of 41 questions drafted with a view to helping us draw out the moral or ethical implications of our tools.
Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Depression, Anxiety, and Suicidal Ideation Among Ph.D. Students
Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Depression, Anxiety, and Suicidal Ideation Among Ph.D. Students
Programs that systematically monitor and promote the mental health of Ph.D. students are urgently needed.
When It Comes to Breakthrough Cases, Are We Ignoring Long Covid Once Again?
We are told not to worry about breakthrough cases because they are 'mild' - but long Covid is anything but mild
A Bizarre Side Effect of Global Warming? Shrinking Animals
Climate change is messing with the size of animals around the world, from birds to mammals to fish.
Don't Panic, But Breakthrough Cases May Be a Bigger Issue Than You've Been Told
The vaccines work very well, but current public-health communications may be understating the frequency of infections among the vaccinated.
Caroline Wagner on the Internationalisation of Science and Policy
Caroline Wagner on the Internationalisation of Science and Policy
Caroline Wagner, author of 'The New Invisible College' and 'The Collaborative Era In Science', joins Toby Wardman of SAPEA to discuss the brave new world of cross-border science, and what, if anything, we can do about it.
'Good Progress' on Research Excellence Framework Panel Diversity
'Good Progress' on Research Excellence Framework Panel Diversity
Female representation now proportionate to UK academia as a whole, even if ethnic minorities still fall short.
How the Strange Idea of 'statistical Significance' Was Born
A mathematical ritual known as null hypothesis significance testing has led researchers astray since the 1950s.
More Than 50 Long-term Effects of COVID-19: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
More Than 50 Long-term Effects of COVID-19: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
COVID-19 can involve persistence, sequelae, and other medical complications that last weeks to months after initial recovery. This systematic review and meta-analysis aims to identify studies assessing the long-term effects of COVID-19.
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