What Francis Crick and Sydney Brenner taught me about being scooped, by Bob Goldstein

When knowledge is uncertain, experts should avoid pressures to simplify their advice. Render decision-makers accountable for decisions, says Andy Stirling.

We don't know what knowledge we'll need in the future, and that's where maths research comes in.

The result of next week’s crucial UK referendum on whether or not to remain in the European Union will have worldwide repercussions.

If the work is properly monitored, there is no reason not to trust the results

Many Italians have refused to take part in the country’s research assessment exercise. Alberto Baccini and Giuseppe De Nicolao consider the protest’s impact