Manifesto for Early Career Researchers
The Manifesto for Early Career Researchers calls for increasing the recognition of the research activity and fostering diversified research careers at a European level.
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European Research Leaders Shocked at Swiss Expulsion from European Research Infrastructure Body
European Research Leaders Shocked at Swiss Expulsion from European Research Infrastructure Body
European research leaders have reacted with disappointment to Switzerland's expulsion from the body that coordinates scientific infrastructure across the continent.
Is Development an Art or a Science?
Reflecting on nearly twenty years of transdisciplinary practice and research and the recent publication of their new book, New Mediums, Better Messages? How Innovations in Translation, Engagement, and Advocacy are Changing International Development, this article considers how the role of popular and vernacular knowledge is essential to international development.
American postdoctoral salaries do not account for growing disparities in cost of living
American postdoctoral salaries do not account for growing disparities in cost of living
The NIH sets postdoctoral trainee stipend levels that many institutions use as a basis for postdoc salaries - but while salary standards are held constant across universities, the cost of living in those universities’ cities and towns vary widely.
Mistakes Happen in Research Papers. But Corrections Often Don't
A culture of fear around corrections and retractions is hampering efforts to maintain the integrity of scientific research.
China Now Publishes More High-quality Science Than Any Other Nation - Should the US Be Worried?
China Now Publishes More High-quality Science Than Any Other Nation - Should the US Be Worried?
In 2014, Chinese researchers published more papers than any other country for the first time. In 2019, China overtook the U.S. as the No. 1 publisher of the most influential papers.
German Universities Still Wary of EU Push to Reform Research Assessment
German Universities Still Wary of EU Push to Reform Research Assessment
The European Commission is making a big push to reform research assessment, but Germany's university leaders are not convinced the call for change from above is the right way to deliver it.
We Asked GPT-3 to Write an Academic Paper About Itself - Then We Tried to Get It Published
We Asked GPT-3 to Write an Academic Paper About Itself - Then We Tried to Get It Published
An artificially intelligent first author presents many ethical questions—and could upend the publishing process.
Unearned Authorship Pervades Science
Research-integrity survey also suggests that there is a split in US- and Europe-based researchers' perceptions of 'questionable research practices'.
Swiss Science Group Wants 'Pragmatic' Solution for EU Cooperation
Switzerland has lost an important tool for shaping the European science agenda, complains a high-level research group.
New Science Jargon for the New Year
If only there was a list of words all scientists can share—words that will baffle outsiders unfamiliar with the pressures we face, but that every scientist will understand. This article proposes, in alphabetical order, some that you might find useful.
'Disruptive' Science Has Declined - and No One Knows Why
The proportion of publications that send a field in a new direction has plummeted over the last half-century.
Escaping Darwin's Shadow: How Alfred Russel Wallace Inspires Indigenous Researchers
Escaping Darwin's Shadow: How Alfred Russel Wallace Inspires Indigenous Researchers
Wallace, who independently discovered the theory of evolution, relied on local knowledge to craft his seminal work on species ranges in the Amazon. Now, the region's Indigenous scientists have taken charge of their research using this and other cross-cultural tools.
Eleven Science Stories Likely to Make Big News in 2023
Making COVID-19 manageable and covering financial losses from climate change could make headlines
NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy Going Into Effect
NIH to require researchers to submit a Data Management and Sharing Plan with grant applications submitted after Jan. 25, 2023
Research Ethics and Integrity in the Context of Public Engagement
Research Ethics and Integrity in the Context of Public Engagement
The 2022 High Level Workshop on the European Research Area focused on ethics and integrity when science engages with the public, such as when advising decision makers, communicating to citizens, or having the public participate in the research process.
Classroom Assistance: the Scientists Turning the Tools of Their Trade to Education
Classroom Assistance: the Scientists Turning the Tools of Their Trade to Education
A small but growing number of scientific faculty positions are focusing on the science of teaching.
Yes, Your Loud Neighbors Are Driving You Bonkers
Why are we so sensitive to residential noise?
New Year's Resolutions of a Final-year PhD Student
Andrew Wood plans for a career-defining 12 months ahead, and what he needs to focus on.
Twitter Changed Science - What Happens Now It's in Turmoil?
The microblogging platform has transformed research communication, but its future is in doubt.
The Best Science, Innovation and Health Stories of 2022
2022 was great for science, from historic space missions to archeological discoveries and plenty to learn in medicine.
European Research Council Announces Plan to Update Its Evaluation System
In a landmark decision this week, the European Research Council (ERC) announced changes to its application forms and evaluation procedures that will be implemented starting with the 2024 calls for proposals.
Weather Forecasting: Will It Rain Today? No One Really Knows
The English say so much depends on the weather, from battles in war to aid work. But our predictions are seldom perfect.
Does It Pay to Pay? A Comparison of the Benefits of Open-Access Publishing Across Various Sub-Fields in Biology
Does It Pay to Pay? A Comparison of the Benefits of Open-Access Publishing Across Various Sub-Fields in Biology
This study tested if paying to publish open access in a subscriptionbased journal benefited authors by conferring more citations relative to closed access articles and found that paying for access does confer a citation advantage.
Global Science Must Not Be Treated As a Diplomatic Pawn
Science is being used as leverage in international politics. That must not become a barrier to countries working together on climate change, biodiversity loss, pandemic prevention and other pressing goals.
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