Unclear and incomplete journal guidelines are placing an additional burden on many scientists who don't speak English as a first language.

Recent PhD graduate Lucy A. Taylor shares the advice she and her colleagues wish they had received.

Case aims to compel the government to slash greenhouse-gas emissions.

The Wellcome Trust has also announced how it will implement the plan, which could provide a blueprint for others.

The election of Jair Bolsonaro is bad for research and the environment.

A move to classify people on the basis of anatomy or genetics should be abandoned.

Over 80% of academics and students polled report that they have held unpaid research positions.

An improved architecture and enthusiastic user base are driving uptake of the open-source web tool.

A minister's decision to quietly cancel projects selected by funders could damage the country's reputation, warn researchers.

These newcomers are making their mark in science across the disciplines.

Strength in different sectors, subjects and regions contributes to a country's success.

The government hopes it will improve research quality, but some researchers are sceptical.

Most scientists are satisfied in their jobs, but a significant number still face discrimination - an unacceptable situation.

Cancer Research UK will be able to revoke grants if researchers and institutions do not abide by its new behaviour policy.

The first large-scale analysis of compliance with open-access rules reveals that up to one-third of articles are not free to read.

Leading scientists and mathematicians urge UK and European Union leaders to strike a deal on research amid stalling negotiations.

Researchers warn that the country's science infrastructure is at risk of collapse if austerity measures continue.

National research council absolves one previously sanctioned lab leader of misconduct, and holds another researcher responsible.

Postdoctoral researchers have to reapply for a work permit annually, and don't always qualify for permanent residency.

Advocates of homeopathy say that the rat study is evidence of the practice’s efficacy, but some scientists have cast doubt on the paper.

Drug companies make big contributions to analysis in the trials they fund but can fail to report their contributions.

A better-tasting tomato highlights problems with Europe’s outdated approach to gene editing.

Knowledge generated in partnership with the public and policymakers is more likely to be useful to society and should be encouraged.