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Understanding the EU's €270M Postdoctoral Fellowship Scheme
In April, the European Commission will open its annual MSCA postdoctoral fellowships call to help connect excellent researchers with host institutions around the world.
Ditching 'Anthropocene': Why Ecologists Say the Term Still Matters
Beyond stratigraphic definitions, the name has broader significance for understanding humans' place on Earth.
Switzerland Takes Another Step Towards Being Able to Apply to Horizon Europe
Switzerland Takes Another Step Towards Being Able to Apply to Horizon Europe
Member states have signed off a negotiating mandate with Switzerland, clearing another hurdle in talks that pave the way for Swiss researchers to apply for European Research Council (ERC) grants.
Universities of Applied Sciences Call for Timely and Equitable Access to Work Programmes in FP10
Universities of Applied Sciences Call for Timely and Equitable Access to Work Programmes in FP10
The European Commission should improve the adoption and publication of research work programmes in the next framework programme, FP10, say universities of applied sciences.
Cost of Damage to Ukraine's Scientific Infrastructure over $1.2B and 'growing Every Day'
Cost of Damage to Ukraine's Scientific Infrastructure over $1.2B and 'growing Every Day'
The total cost of reconstructing Ukraine's public science infrastructure currently stands at more than $1.26 billion (€1.15 billion), according to a study by UNESCO.
Nobel Prize Scientists on AI, Democracy and Critical Thinking
Nobel prize-winning scientists and a world-leading AI researcher highlighted the dazzling potential of AI to support research, the contributions of science to democracy and the importance of critical thinking in the age of AI, at a Nobel Prize Dialogue held in Brussels this week.
New Toolkit Launched to Protect Scientists from Abuse
The Australian Science Media Centre (AusSMC) has a toolkit to help experts including scientists and researchers who might face online abuse.
Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on a Science-policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution Prevention
Ad Hoc Open-ended Working Group on a Science-policy Panel on Chemicals, Waste and Pollution Prevention
The third session of the OEWG will be held at International Conference Center in Geneva (CICG), Switzerland from 17 to 21 June 2024.
Helmholtz Calls for More Attractive Widening Programme in Framework Programme 10
Helmholtz Calls for More Attractive Widening Programme in Framework Programme 10
The EU's next framework research programme should continue funding projects aimed at bridging Europe's research and innovation gap, Germany's largest research organisation said in a paper highlighting their priorities for the successor of Horizon Europe.
Top AI researchers say OpenAI, Meta and more hinder independent evaluations
Tech company policies have put a chill on independent AI research, says open letter.
What Science Says About Hybrid Working - and How to Make It a Success
How researchers can maximize creativity and connection in the 'new normal'.
ERROR: A Bug Bounty Program for Science
ERROR is a bug bounty program for science to systematically detect and report errors in academic publications.
Financing Nature-Based Solutions for a Better Future
Inger Andersen of UNEP underscores the urgency of nature-based solutions and calls for increased financing to address the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution. She urges investment in protected areas and sustainable practices, emphasizing the intrinsic value of nature in addressing global challenges, speaking during the UN Science-Policy-Business Forum session at UNEA-6.
Scientific Publishing: The First Year of a New Era
What happened when eLife decided to eliminate accept/reject decisions after peer review?
ELife's New Model: One Year On
Explore key milestones, achievements and findings from the first year of eLife's new model.
The Growing Environmental Footprint Of Generative AI
AI runs on power-hungry equipment that uses millions of gallons of fresh water. Policymakers are weighing the costs.
Save Lives in the Next Pandemic: Ensure Vaccine Equity Now
The proposed Pandemic Agreement must ensure that COVID-19 vaccine nationalism is never repeated; 290 scientists call for action.
How to Boost Your Research: Take a Sabbatical in Policy
Academic researchers have a unique opportunity to benefit society - and their research - by spending time in government.
Science Can Drive Development and Unity in Africa - As It Does in the US and Europe
China Becomes Russia's Biggest Collaborator After War Decimates Science Ties with the West
China Becomes Russia's Biggest Collaborator After War Decimates Science Ties with the West
China has become Russia's biggest scientific collaborator following Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, largely because ties to the west have dramatically shrunk since the war began.
Research Espionage is a Real Threat - but a Drastic Crackdown Could Stifle Vital International Collaboration
Research Espionage is a Real Threat - but a Drastic Crackdown Could Stifle Vital International Collaboration
Australia's flexible and proportionate response to the risks of research espionage and foreign interference balance security with the necessity of international collaboration.
Largest Post-Pandemic Survey Finds Trust in Scientists is High
Largest Post-Pandemic Survey Finds Trust in Scientists is High
Study of more than 70,000 people suggests that trust levels vary among countries and are linked to political orientation.
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