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Ex-ERC Head Loses Paper over Image Duplication
Science Advances article on diabetes drug co-authored by Mauro Ferrari retracted after readers spot irregularities
NIH's New Sexual-harassment Rules Are Still Too Weak, Say Critics
The agency has outlined actions it may take to deal with bullies and harassers, but it still relies on universities to report bad behaviour.
CRISPR Gene Editing in Human Embryos Wreaks Chromosomal Mayhem
Three studies showing large DNA deletions and reshuffling heighten safety concerns about heritable genome editing.
Publish In Haste, Repent At Leisure
Which would you trust more, a research article posted as a preprint, or one that has been published after peer review? The reality is that all science communicated via either mechanism should be read with a discerning and critical eye.
Embracing the Value of Preprints on the Frontlines of COVID-19 Patient Care
Embracing the Value of Preprints on the Frontlines of COVID-19 Patient Care
Along with healthcare providers around the world, the Wellcome Trust PhD fellow Karin Purshouse is seeing the need for fast-tracked guidance on the virus and patient treatment.
The Arctic Heatwave: Here's What We Know
It's 38C in Siberia. The science may be complicated - but the need for action now couldn't be clearer, says climate scientist Tamsin Edwards.
How the Coronavirus is Changing Science
In the face of this crisis, we need research to be shared faster.
Overcoming Barriers to Cross-cultural Cooperation in AI Ethics and Governance
Overcoming Barriers to Cross-cultural Cooperation in AI Ethics and Governance
Achieving the global benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) will require international cooperation on many areas of governance and ethical standards, while allowing for diverse cultural perspectives and priorities.
For Black Scientists, the Sorrow Is Also Personal
I have tried to live in a world that does not see color but have only succeeded in living in a world that does not see me, says Kafui Dzirasa.
Peer-Reviewed Scientific Journals Don't Really Do Their Job
The rapid sharing of pandemic research shows there is a better way to filter good science from bad.
Virtual Event Awards
Code for Science & Society aim to improve access to open data science practices and tools and support communities in open data science to grow sustainably and inclusively.
NASA Names Headquarters After 'Hidden Figure' Mary W. Jackson
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine announced Wednesday the agency's headquarters building in Washington, D.C., will be named after Mary W. Jackson, the first African American female engineer at NASA.
How COVID-19 is Changing Research Culture: An Interview with Daniel Hook, CEO of Digital Science
How COVID-19 is Changing Research Culture: An Interview with Daniel Hook, CEO of Digital Science
In this interview Robert Harington asks Daniel Hook (CEO of Digital Science and co-author of the new Digital Science report. How COVID-19 is Changing Research Culture) about his views on fundamental shifts in research culture as a result of the COVID-19 global pandemic.
RoRI Announces Partners and First Wave of Projects
Following an intense period of consultation and co-design, we are excited to unveil our first wave of projects, which will run for the remainder of RoRI's pilot phase (until autumn 2021). We are also delighted to announce our partners, who will be collaborating in the design and delivery of these projects.
Citizen Science in a Pandemic: A Fleeting Moment or New Normal?
One interesting and unintended consequence of the current pandemic has been an increase in people’s engagement with citizen science.
View of The Costly Prestige Ranking of Scholarly Journals
The prestige ranking of scholarly journals is costly to science and to society.
How the Coronavirus Will Reshape Architecture
What kinds of space are we willing to live and work in now?
Are COVID-19 Deaths "sacrifices"? If So, to What?
In late March of this year, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick suggested in an interview that many people over 70-himself included-would be willing to risk contracting coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) so as not to, in his words, "sacrifice the country." At the time, his comments were widely re
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