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Former microbiologist Sue Thomas will lead the Australian Research Council from July.

Journal editors tend to accept manuscripts written by prior collaborators more quickly. 

The university's president talks about the need for Japanese universities to stay competitive on the international stage.

It was the first Japanese university to establish a venture capital firm.

International team publish landmark paper on debilitating form of childhood epilepsy.

Scientists reluctant to publish clinical trial results found to be a major contributor of research dollars wasted.

Despite being among the top science nations, Japan's publication output has stalled over the past decade.

The country's research output is falling behind other dominant science nations.

OECD survey reveals the country’s science spending frenzy, noting a need for investment in innovation and invention.

Years of groundwork underpins rise in research collaborations. 

COMMENT: Researchers, explain yourselves

COMMENT: Ignoring evidence when deciding where research funding goes will not lead to high quality research, says Adrian Barnett. 

Several factors can help institutions secure one of these sought-after grants. 

G20 countries dominate global research spending and production, but the mix is changing.

A large computing network that has helped design cancer drug candidates and search for extra-terrestrial life is struggling to maintain its volunteer network.

As Donald Trump’s bid to reinstate his travel ban failed last week, three Iranian scientists speak of their fears amid the uncertainty.

Female researchers in engineering receive fewer citations, despite producing high-quality research.