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A Simple and Practical Method for Incorporating Augmented Reality into the Classroom and Laboratory

A Simple and Practical Method for Incorporating Augmented Reality into the Classroom and Laboratory

Manuscript showing how Augmented Reality, which is the projection of virtual information onto a real-world object, can be applied in the classroom and in the laboratory. 

Visualizing the research ecosystem of ecosystem research via Wikidata

Visualizing the research ecosystem of ecosystem research via Wikidata

Using Scholia as a starting point for exploring how information about biodiversity and ecosystem research is represented in Wikidata and how it can be explored, curated and reused.

The "Problem" of Predatory Publishing Remains a Relatively Small One and Should Not Be Allowed to Defame Open Access

The "Problem" of Predatory Publishing Remains a Relatively Small One and Should Not Be Allowed to Defame Open Access

A recent investigation led by an international group of journalists raised concerns over the scale of the problem of deceptive publishing practices, but the problem of predatory publishing was overstated while at the same time discrediting open access publishing.

Better, Fairer, More Meaningful Research Evaluation – in Seven Hashtags

Better, Fairer, More Meaningful Research Evaluation – in Seven Hashtags

Considering the future of research assessment, Elizabeth Gadd outlines how she believes research evaluation could be made better, fairer, and more meaningful. The resulting seven guiding principles…

Cornell Food Researcher's Downfall Raises Larger Questions For Science

Cornell Food Researcher's Downfall Raises Larger Questions For Science

The fall of a prominent food and marketing researcher may be a cautionary tale for scientists who are tempted to manipulate data and chase headlines.

Are Research Infrastructures the Answer to All Our Problems?

Are Research Infrastructures the Answer to All Our Problems?

Embracing a global view of EU research infrastructures could boost science diplomacy and break down walls put up by divisive politics. But new rules on cooperation and more funding are needed to deliver the vision.

Open Data and Data Management: Oct 29

Open Data and Data Management: Oct 29

The SCNAT is organizing this one day event in Bern, with the aim to give the research community the chance to raise their concern and also the SNF and the European Commission to present their view and to inform about recent trends. The workshop should provide recommendations on how to implement the open data requirements.

Machine Learning Gets to Grips with Plankton Challenge

Machine Learning Gets to Grips with Plankton Challenge

Marine biologists are using artificial intelligence to help them identify objects in millions of images.

Advice from the High Seas: How to Transition to a New Lab

Advice from the High Seas: How to Transition to a New Lab

Respect for what you and your colleagues bring to the table is vital to successful integration.

The Lawyer Who Became a Scientist to Find a Cure for Her Fatal Disease

The Lawyer Who Became a Scientist to Find a Cure for Her Fatal Disease

When Sonia Vallabh found out she was likely to develop a terminal brain disease, she and her husband, Eric Minikel, changed careers to find a cure.

Tips from the Other Side: How to Write the Best Graduate Fellowship Applications

Tips from the Other Side: How to Write the Best Graduate Fellowship Applications

A few tips and tricks for both doing your best on the application and making it through the process with your self esteem intact.

Cochrane Collaboration Expels Cofounder, Prompts Resignations

Cochrane Collaboration Expels Cofounder, Prompts Resignations

Physician Peter Gotzsche, a board member of the organization, has been an outspoken critic of certain vaccines and of the pharma industry in general.

Top US Science Agency Unveils Hotly Anticipated Harassment Policy

Top US Science Agency Unveils Hotly Anticipated Harassment Policy

The National Science Foundation's rules for reporting harassment by grant recipients are the strictest yet instituted by a US government science agency.