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Why Academic Administration Was the Right Choice for Me

Why Academic Administration Was the Right Choice for Me

I found job satisfaction and exciting opportunities in supporting other academics - but it's a career path that many don't consider. Try it.

Meaningful Collaborations Can End 'helicopter Research'

Meaningful Collaborations Can End 'helicopter Research'

Instead of flying in, collecting samples and leaving, scientists should treat local people as partners, and think fair instead of charitable when it comes to authorship.

Impact Factor Abandoned by Dutch University in Hiring and Promotion Decisions

Impact Factor Abandoned by Dutch University in Hiring and Promotion Decisions

Faculty and staff members at Utrecht University will be evaluated by their commitment to open science.

Is One Vaccine Dose Enough if You've Had COVID? What the Science Says

Is One Vaccine Dose Enough if You've Had COVID? What the Science Says

Research shows that a previous coronavirus infection plus one dose of vaccine provides powerful protection - but concerns linger.

The Widespread and Unjust Drinking Water and Clean Water Crisis in the United States

The Widespread and Unjust Drinking Water and Clean Water Crisis in the United States

Proper water and sanitation access remains an issue for many in the United States. Here the authors estimate and map the full scope of water hardship, including both incomplete plumbing and water quality across the country.

Better Together: Collaborative Spaces Can Inspire Scientists of All Ages

Better Together: Collaborative Spaces Can Inspire Scientists of All Ages

An area where researchers can gather and informally discuss ideas is the best way to produce innovative inventions, argues Ethan N. Gotian.

'We Need to Talk': Ways to Prevent Collaborations Breaking Down

'We Need to Talk': Ways to Prevent Collaborations Breaking Down

Scientists who plan to partner on a research project should start by identifying pressure points and devising ways of tackling them as a team.

Does Vaccinating Adults Stop Kids from Spreading COVID Too?

Does Vaccinating Adults Stop Kids from Spreading COVID Too?

Mass vaccination drives in several countries are providing new data on the extent to which adult vaccination protects children - but the conclusions are mixed.

Feedback Needed: Take Our Salary and Job-satisfaction Survey

Feedback Needed: Take Our Salary and Job-satisfaction Survey

Nature's in-depth study of scientists' troubles and triumphs will help us to identify and address barriers to research careers.

The COVID Lab-Leak Hypothesis: What Scientists Do and Don't Know

The COVID Lab-Leak Hypothesis: What Scientists Do and Don't Know

Nature examines arguments that the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 escaped from a lab in China, and the science behind them.

Financing a Sustainable Ocean Economy

Financing a Sustainable Ocean Economy

The ocean supports many livelihoods, but this is currently not sustainable with pressures on the climate and ecosystems. Here, in this perspective, the authors outline the barriers and solutions for financing a sustainable ocean economy.

Researchers' Career Insecurity Needs Attention and Reform Now, Says International Coalition

Researchers' Career Insecurity Needs Attention and Reform Now, Says International Coalition

Postdocs and PhD students around the world require professional training to prepare them for a possible career outside academia, finds the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.