The Decline of Women's Research Production During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Decline of Women's Research Production During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Preprints analysis suggests a disproportionate impact on early career researchers.
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Empathy and Grit - Not Just Publication Records - Should Be Considered in Researcher Assessment
Empathy and Grit - Not Just Publication Records - Should Be Considered in Researcher Assessment
Critics of current methods for evaluating researchers’ work say a system that relies on bibliometric parameters favours a ‘quantity over quality’ approach, and undervalues achievements such as social impact and leadership.
Anti-Vaccine Movement Could Undermine Efforts to End Coronavirus Pandemic, Researchers Warn
Anti-Vaccine Movement Could Undermine Efforts to End Coronavirus Pandemic, Researchers Warn
Studies of social networks show that opposition to vaccines is small but far-reaching - and growing.
Meet This Super-spotter of Duplicated Images in Science Papers
Elisabeth Bik quit her job to spot errors in research papers - and has become the public face of image sleuthing.
Include the True Value of Nature when Rebuilding Economies After Coronavirus
Include the True Value of Nature when Rebuilding Economies After Coronavirus
The pandemic is devastating economies. As countries look to revive growth, recovery must go with - not against - the grain of nature.
Going Viral: How to Boost the Spread of Coronavirus Science on Social Media
Going Viral: How to Boost the Spread of Coronavirus Science on Social Media
Scientists have a responsibility to communicate effectively and compassionately, says Samantha Yammine. Here's how.
Coronavirus in Context: Scite.ai Tracks Positive and Negative Citations for COVID-19 Literature
Coronavirus in Context: Scite.ai Tracks Positive and Negative Citations for COVID-19 Literature
Artificial-intelligence tool aims to reveal whether research findings are supported or contradicted by subsequent studies.
The Race for Coronavirus Vaccines: a Graphical Guide
Eight ways in which scientists hope to provide immunity to SARS-CoV-2 .
Pseudoscience and COVID-19 - We've Had Enough Already
The scientific community must take up cudgels in the battle against bunk.
Open Science Takes on the Coronavirus Pandemic
Data sharing, open-source designs for medical equipment, and hobbyists are all being harnessed to combat COVID-19.
'Loving the Minimal FOMO': First Major Physics Conference to Go Virtual Sees Record Attendance
'Loving the Minimal FOMO': First Major Physics Conference to Go Virtual Sees Record Attendance
The American Physical Society held its massive April Meeting online because of coronavirus - and registrations soared.
Finding Motivation in the Lighter Side of Science
Atma Ivancevic shares what keeps her passionate about science when academic work gets tough, and while working from home.
The Epidemiologist Behind Sweden's Controversial Coronavirus Strategy
Anders Tegnell talks to Nature about the nation's 'trust-based' approach to tackling the pandemic.
Unintended Consequences of Gender-equality Plans
Don't let academia's initiatives to advance women become just another way to game the research system, urges Charikleia Tzanakou.
The Pandemic and the Female Academic
I'm curious what lockdown will reveal about the 'maternal wall' that can block faculty advancement.
How Research Funders Are Tackling Coronavirus Disruption
As lockdowns force scientists worldwide to put their research on hold, funders are introducing measures to minimize stress.
Ten Work-life Balance Tips for Researchers Based at Home During the Pandemic
If you struggle with home working but are having to do it because of the coronavirus, Lucy Taylor has some advice.
Nature to Join Open-Access Plan S, Publisher Says
Springer Nature says it commits to offering researchers a route to publishing open access in Nature and most Nature-branded journals from 2021.
Academic Ecosystems Must Evolve to Support a Sustainable Postdoc Workforce
Academic Ecosystems Must Evolve to Support a Sustainable Postdoc Workforce
The postdoctoral experience is in need of reform. Here the authors outline concrete steps that institutions, postdocs and mentors can take to improve the landscape.
Stop the Coronavirus Stigma Now
The pandemic is fuelling deplorable racism and discrimination, especially against Asian people. Education and research will also pay the price.
How Sewage Could Reveal True Scale of Coronavirus Outbreak
Wastewater testing could also be used as an early-warning sign if the virus returns.
Researchers: Show World Leaders How to Behave in a Crisis
Scientists are teaming up to fight COVID-19. Presidents and prime ministers should, too.
Boosting the Signal in Scientific Talks
A few modest adjustments to the planning and delivery of talks can help scientists share ideas with their peers more effectively, say Scott St. George and Michael White.
How to Defend a PhD Remotely
Alyssa Frederick defended her thesis remotely before the coronavirus outbreak began. Here's how.
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