Are appropriate numbers of scientists being trained for research in immunology? Available data suggest that supply is not yet outstripping opportunities. The form of those opportunities, though, should change.
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We thank T. Zemlo and M. Hernandez for their comments and suggestions and K. Kang for assistance in obtaining NSF survey data. Opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect the views of the institutions and organizations with whom the authors are affiliated.
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Garrison, H., Kincade, P. Careers in immunology: the new reality. Nat Immunol 2, 5–8 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1038/83165
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