A 2,700-Year-Old Figurine Revives a Weighty Mystery
A bronze statuette recovered from a river in Germany may have been part of an early Scandinavian weight system, some archaeologists believe.
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UK Forges Own Global Research Network As EU Starts South Korea and New Zealand Horizon Talks
UK Forges Own Global Research Network As EU Starts South Korea and New Zealand Horizon Talks
The UK has launched a research and development competition with South Korea, the latest in a string of recently announced collaborations with countries outside the EU. It comes as Brussels announces that it has entered official Horizon Europe association talks with South Korea and New Zealand.
A TV Channel Dedicated to Science, EU Grants, More Collaboration with Partners in Africa - CNRS Boss Sets Big Plans for International Growth
A TV Channel Dedicated to Science, EU Grants, More Collaboration with Partners in Africa - CNRS Boss Sets Big Plans for International Growth
As he was re-confirmed on February 9 as head of France's biggest research organisation, Antoine Petit floated a few attention-getting ideas in parliament - such as the possibility of starting a television channel for science.
"What Should a Conference Cost?": Lessons Learned from Another Year of Online Meetings
"What Should a Conference Cost?": Lessons Learned from Another Year of Online Meetings
This author offers lessons learned from year of running an online conference in 2021, designing a hybrid conference for 2022, and observing what event providers have offered and delegates have experienced.
Turning off My Phone Improved My Science
How stepping back from 24/7 connectivity helped to restore Adam Weiss's focus in the lab.
How Status of Research Papers Affects the Way They Are Read and Cited
Although citations are widely used to measure the influence of scientific works, research shows that many citations serve rhetorical functions and reflect little-to-no influence on the citing authors.
Vaccine Nationalism Will Persist: Global Public Goods Need Effective Engagement of Global Citizens
Vaccine Nationalism Will Persist: Global Public Goods Need Effective Engagement of Global Citizens
COVID-19 presents a opportunity to transform democratic engagement in the governance of global public goods. To make us more resistant and resilient to future global health crises we need transformative thinking to democratically engage global citizens.
Moving Forward: from the Passive Leaky Pipeline to the Hostile Obstacle Course
Moving Forward: from the Passive Leaky Pipeline to the Hostile Obstacle Course
The metaphor of the leaky pipeline describes how the number of women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) and other minoritized groups progressively decreases at every stage of their academic careers. However, the passivity of this approach has often been criticized. Women and BIPOC don’t leak out of the pipeline. Instead, they are forced out of it under pressure behind blockages.
Challenging the Sustainability of Urban Beekeeping Using Evidence from Swiss Cities
Challenging the Sustainability of Urban Beekeeping Using Evidence from Swiss Cities
Urban beekeeping is booming, heightening awareness of pollinator importance but also raising concerns that its fast growth might exceed existing resources and negatively impact urban biodiversity. To evaluate the magnitude of urban beekeeping growth and its sustainability, we analysed data on beehives and available resources in 14 Swiss cities in 2012-2018 and modelled the sustainability of urban beekeeping under different scenarios of available floral resources and existing carrying capacities. We found large increases in hives numbers across all cities from an average 6.48 hives per km2 (3139 hives in total) in 2012 to an average 10.14 hives per km2 (9370 in total) in 2018 and observed that available resources are insufficient to maintain present densities of beehives, which currently are unsustainable.
Eric Lander's Departure Is a Step Toward Safer Workplaces in Science
The investigation into Lander’s management shows the importance of equitable leadership and strong protections.
Researchers Frustrated As Biden's Science Adviser Resigns Amid Scandal
Geneticist Eric Lander had a reputation for being a bully, scientists say, as they call for more inspiring leadership.
When Scientific Conferences Went Online, Diversity and Inclusion Soared
The Proportion of Women Decreases with Each Step Up the Career Ladder
In Switzerland, more women than men study at universities - yet women professors are still in the minority.
Horizon Europe: The First Assessment
As the first year of Horizon Europe draws to a close, Science|Business gathered feedback from an online survey and meetings with its member organisations resulting in recommendations on how to make the next six years of Horizon Europe even better.
How Do We Make Research Assessment More Responsible?
A report on the SSP Publisher-Funder Task Force's meeting of senior researchers, university administrators, funders, publishers, and representatives from other organizations on the topic of Responsible Research Assessment for the 21st Century.
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
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.
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