Exactly how valuable is a PhD?
Billy Bryan and Furaha Asani look at how to get the most out of your doctoral studies.
One reason so many scientific studies may be wrong
P hacking is manipulating data and research methods to achieve statistical signifiance. And it could be why so many research papers are false.
Show us your research two days before publishing, government orders academics
Research must be sent to DfE two days before publishing
Why Scientists Should Learn to Love Reddit
You’ll find communities thirsty for your findings – and a space to demonstrate measurable ‘impact’ to your heart’s content.
OpenTrials Launches Beta Version
Open Knowledge International is delighted to announce the launch of the public preview beta version of OpenTrials at a panel session on ‘Fostering Open Science in Global Health’.
What works, and what doesn't?
On Ada Lovelace Day, Jenny Rohn reflects on her own experience of fixing gender inequalities in science.
Realising the Health Benefits of Sharing Data
Accessible data are not enough. We need to invest in systems that make the information useful, say Elizabeth Pisani and colleagues.
What if there were more women in tech?
Women in tech and science professions reflect on how things would be different if there were more women in the sectors.
Coke and Pepsi give millions to public health, then lobby against it
Coca-Cola and PepsiCo have given millions of dollars to nearly 100 prominent health groups in recent years, while simultaneously spending millions to defeat public health legislation.
It’s time for science to abandon the term ‘statistically significant’
It’s time for science to abandon the term ‘statistically significant’
Academic psychology and medical testing are both dogged by unreliability. The reason is clear: we got probability wrong.
Can The World Of Politics Learn From The World Of Science
Despite a growing number of female political leaders across the globe, women are still in a minority when it comes to positions of power in world politics.
Realising the European Open Science Cloud
First report and recommendations on the European Open Science Cloud.
Trends, Guidelines and Recommendations
The League of European Research Universities analyses trends in citizen science, formulates actionable guidelines for scientists and gives recommendations for universities, policymakers and funders.
The Administration’s Report on the Future of AI
A new report from the US Administration focuses on the opportunities, considerations, and challenges of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Where to now regarding Framework 9?
Colin Macilwain presents five take-home messages from today's Framework 9 event in Brussels.
Worldwide brain-mapping project sparks excitement and concern
Worries include how to coordinate research programmes and resources from different countries.
Why aspiring academics should do less science
To ease the transition to a future professorship, trainees should spend some of their time on activities other than research, our contributors explain
How Are Scientists Using it?
The paper shows how scientists in a variety of disciplines use social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or blogs, to exchange scientific knowledge.
European Countries are Reaping the Benefits
How do European countries use open data? Who are the trend setters? And what impact does open data have on our economy & society? A first report looked at Open Data Maturity and Readiness.
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