The Risks of Not Sharing Data Are Greater Than the Costs
Large investments are needed to make research data open and accessible but tackling global problems depends on it, says Paul Ayris
He May Be the Rightful Inventor of Neuroscience's Biggest Breakthrough in Decades - But You've Never Heard of Him
He May Be the Rightful Inventor of Neuroscience's Biggest Breakthrough in Decades - But You've Never Heard of Him
His original submission was rejected as being "too narrow" - but later authors who presented the same idea as a new technology rather than as a scientific finding have been hailed as inventors of optogenetics.
Special Issue on Emerging FAIR Practices Published in Data Intelligence
In this special issue, the original conception of the FAIR data principles and what they are intended to cover is explained in detail.
The “A” of FAIR - As Open as Possible, as Closed as Necessary
This work aims to solve accessibility problems related to the protection of personal data in the digital era and to achieve a responsible access to and responsible use of health data. We strongly suggest associating each data set with FAIR metadata describing both the type of data collected and the accessibility conditions by considering data protection obligations and ethical and regulatory requirements.
Providing a Framework for Research Funders to Drive the Transition toward FAIR Data Management and Stewardship Practices
Providing a Framework for Research Funders to Drive the Transition toward FAIR Data Management and Stewardship Practices
This article elaborates on the role of research funding organizations in developing a FAIR funding model to support the FAIR research data management in the funding cycle.
Trump's 2021 Budget Drowns Science Agencies in Red Ink, Again
White House proposes big cuts to NIH, DOE, NASA and other programs
International Day of Women and Girls in Science | United Nations
The purpose of the day is to achieve full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls.
#SNSFequality: Social Media Activities on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
#SNSFequality: Social Media Activities on the International Day of Women and Girls in Science
On 11 February, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the SNSF's social media channels will be reserved for stories about women researchers. The aim is to enhance the visibility of their research projects.
'Death by a Thousand Cuts': Women of Colour in Science Face a Subtly Hostile Work Environment
'Death by a Thousand Cuts': Women of Colour in Science Face a Subtly Hostile Work Environment
Scientific research can be a daunting career choice for women of colour, according to a recent survey which found they face a "barrage of brief, everyday racial slights" at work.
Altmetrics: How Researchers Assess the Significance for Scholarly Impact
Altmetrics: How Researchers Assess the Significance for Scholarly Impact
Altmetrics have been an important topic in the context of open science for some time.
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-related Coronavirus - The Species and Its Viruses
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome-related Coronavirus - The Species and Its Viruses
The present outbreak of lower respiratory tract infections, including respiratory distress syndrome, is the third spillover, in only two decades, of an animal coronavirus to humans resulting in a major epidemic.
CIA Controlled Global Encryption Company for Decades, Says Report
Swiss government orders inquiry after revelations Crypto AG was owned and operated by US and German intelligence.
At Least 500 Wuhan Medical Staff Infected with Coronavirus
Medical sources in the city confirm rate of infection, but say they have been told not to release the full picture to the public.
Out of Office Replies and What They Can Say About You
An automated e-mail response posted by an academic researcher on Twitter unleashed a social-media debate about the importance of work-life balance.
Mission Impossible? WHO Director Fights to Prevent a Pandemic Without Offending China
Mission Impossible? WHO Director Fights to Prevent a Pandemic Without Offending China
New outbreak comes as Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus struggles to raise more money, thwart Ebola, and fight health misinformation.
Trump Seeks to Halve U.S. Funding for World Health Organization As Coronavirus Rages
Trump Seeks to Halve U.S. Funding for World Health Organization As Coronavirus Rages
The president's new budget would cut more than $3 billion in global health programs.
Devoted to Discovery: Seven Women Scientists Who Have Shaped Our World
Women have made significant contributions to the field of science, but often their invaluable advances have been minimized or ignored.
Colombian University Fires Prominent Biologist Accused of Sexual Harassment
Colombian University Fires Prominent Biologist Accused of Sexual Harassment
Long-running controversy had drawn extensive attention.
15th European Association of Science Editors Conference, Valencia 2020
The conference will debate the role of the editor in supporting and promoting sustainable science, and ensuring diversity through stimulating plenary speakers, panel discussions and interactive sessions.
How Academia Resembles a Drug Gang
How Academia Resembles a Drug Gang
Academic systems rely on the existence of a supply of "outsiders" ready to forgo wages and employment security in exchange for the prospect of uncertain security, prestige, freedom and reasonably high salaries that tenured positions entail.
Growing into Teaching Career Diversity for Historians
Growing into Teaching Career Diversity for Historians
Students should actively consider and prepare for the work they are personally most suited to, whether within or beyond the academy.
Labs Scramble to Spot Hidden Coronavirus Infections
Lack of antibody tests obscures impact of the novel virus.
Federal Council Renews Martin Vetterli's Term As President of EPFL
The Swiss Federal Council has renewed Martin Vetterli's term as president of Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), upon the recommendation of the ETH Board. The professor of communication systems will therefore lead EPFL for a second four-year term that will begin on 1 January 2021.
Sexual Assault Claims 'Gagged' by Universities
Nearly a third of universities have used non-disclosure contracts for student grievances since 2016.
'Naked Intimidation': How Universities Silence Academics on Social Media
'Naked Intimidation': How Universities Silence Academics on Social Media
Academics are warning that universities restrict their freedom by surveilling social media posts.
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