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A Diverse View of Science to Catalyse Change
Valuing diversity leads to scientific excellence, the progress of science and, most importantly, it is simply the right thing to do. We must value diversity not only in words, but also in actions.
Top Officials at Russian Universities Embroiled in Plagiarism Scandal
Top Officials at Russian Universities Embroiled in Plagiarism Scandal
It's been described as the 'tip of the iceberg' when it comes to unethical practices in Russian academia.
Signs of 'citation Hacking' Flagged in Scientific Papers
An algorithm developed to spot abnormal patterns of citations aims to find scientists who have manipulated reference lists.
Five Tips for Boosting Diversity on Campus
Universities and those who work there must reimagine spaces, behaviour and processes to promote a sense of belonging for everyone.
A Negative COVID-19 Test Does Not Mean Recovery
Pandemic policy must include defining and measuring what we mean by mild infection.
NSF Grant Changes Raise Alarm About Commitment to Basic Research
The US National Science Foundation's new focus on computer science could also put already-under-represented groups at a disadvantage, critics say.
How Scientists Can Stop Fooling Themselves over Statistics
Sampling simulated data can reveal common ways in which our cognitive biases mislead us.
How the Coronavirus is Gutting Diversity in Science
The pandemic is sabotaging the careers of researchers from under-represented groups, but institutions can help to staunch the outflow.
The Mysterious Case of Man Who Can Read Letters, but Not Numbers, exposes Roots of Consciousness
The Mysterious Case of Man Who Can Read Letters, but Not Numbers, exposes Roots of Consciousness
With a condition that's "too strange for words," patient can do mental math but cannot recognize numerals.
Fifteen to One: How Many Applications It Can Take to Land a Single Academic Job Offer
Survey finds that standard metrics of success can't completely explain why some candidates get offers and others don't.
The Explosion of New Coronavirus Tests That Could Help to End the Pandemic
Researchers are scrambling to find other ways to diagnose the coronavirus and churn out millions of tests a week - a key step in returning to normality.
Fraud, Bias, Negligence and Hype in the Lab - a Rogues' Gallery
Fraud, Bias, Negligence and Hype in the Lab - a Rogues' Gallery
Was there ever a golden age of unsullied science, as a book implies?
The Best Time to Argue About What a Replication Means? Before You Do It
To avoid stalemates and provide lessons, replicators and original researchers must reach agreement on a study design and set out expectations ahead of time.
An Analysis of Ways to Decarbonize Conference Travel After COVID-19
An Analysis of Ways to Decarbonize Conference Travel After COVID-19
Biennials, regional hubs and virtual attendance can slash emissions, new calculations show.
Open-access Plan S to Allow Publishing in Any Journal
Funders will override policies of subscription journals that don't let scientists share accepted manuscripts under open licence.
Unequal Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Scientists
COVID-19 has not affected all scientists equally. A survey of principal investigators indicates that female scientists, those in the 'bench sciences' and, especially, scientists with young children experienced a substantial decline in time devoted to research. This could have important short- and longer-term effects on their careers, which institution leaders and funders need to address carefully.
How Scientific Societies Are Weathering the Pandemic's Financial Storm
How Scientific Societies Are Weathering the Pandemic's Financial Storm
As conference cancellations cut revenue, some scholarly organizations are fighting to stay afloat.
Why Scientists with Children Who Have Disabilities Need a Different Career Trajectory
Why Scientists with Children Who Have Disabilities Need a Different Career Trajectory
As lockdowns ease, Olivier Pourret hopes that academia will take on board lessons about how to redefine career success.
Just Before a Massive Outbreak, a California Prison Declined Free Coronavirus Tests and Urgent Advice
Just Before a Massive Outbreak, a California Prison Declined Free Coronavirus Tests and Urgent Advice
San Quentin prison is dealing with the third-largest coronavirus outbreak in the United States: researchers fear that other prisons are at risk.
Former Harvard Researcher Who Harassed Postdoc Sparks Row at Italian Institute
Former Harvard Researcher Who Harassed Postdoc Sparks Row at Italian Institute
A research institute that appointed Pier Paolo Pandolfi as its scientific director has reversed its decision after internal protests.
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