This scientist read a paper every day for 899 days. Here’s what she learned Olivia Rissland says reading a different paper every day has made her a better scientist. Natalie Parletta News 8 Sep 2020
Why academics do unfunded research From creative pursuits to grant application fatigue, here's why some researchers choose an unfunded path. Rosalind Edwards News 28 Aug 2020
Four reasons why young researchers should consider entrepreneurship training “It doesn’t matter how good and innovative your idea is if no one needs it.” Andy Tay News 27 Aug 2020
How to choose your next research project Ask yourself these five questions to prioritize your ideas. Carsten Lund Pedersen News 19 Aug 2020
This scientific ‘power couple’ has one of the largest publishing networks in chemistry How a supervisor-student pair forged a lasting collaboration. Hepeng Jia News 18 Aug 2020
Here’s why so many young researchers want to quit – in five graphs Passion is not enough. Gemma Conroy News 7 Aug 2020
Five strategies for writing in turbulent times How to manage distraction and maintain focus, while also acknowledging that sometimes the best thing to do is stop. Chris Smith News 4 Aug 2020
Three questions to ask yourself before quitting your PhD It’s normal for PhD candidates to consider abandoning their studies. Here’s how to take emotions out of the decision. Gemma Conroy News 28 Jul 2020
How young researchers can create lasting industry partnerships Don’t wait for universities to facilitate connections. Here’s how to find the right people on your own timeline. Bec Crew Q+A 24 Jul 2020
Work hack: How to organize your research literature – and make it sharable A must-have strategy for fieldwork. Bec Crew News 17 Jul 2020
When it pays to say yes to a burdensome request Despite misgivings, this biomedical researcher agreed to serve on a faculty committee. It was a good gamble. Peter Goldstein Comment 17 Jul 2020
Women and minority researchers have more original ideas, but white men are rewarded faster How many trailblazers have been sidelined? Bec Crew News 16 Jul 2020
When is a scientific collaboration unfair? A study enlists the h-index to try to find out why some research partnerships fizzle. Gemma Conroy News 10 Jul 2020
Work hack: Why Mark Carrigan loves Ulysses A sociologist describes his favourite place for scribbled notes, student assessment, and long-form writing. Bec Crew Technology feature 7 Jul 2020
Scientists pivot to pitch in on coronavirus Many scientists have taken on extra work loads during the pandemic. Here a chemist, a publisher and an infectious disease expert reveal their efforts. Andy Tay News 2 Jul 2020
Coronavirus vaccine front-runner Moderna puts MIT chemist-entrepreneur Robert Langer in the spotlight 4 lessons from his playbook. Leigh Dayton News 30 Jun 2020
These two geochemists have one of the largest publishing networks in science A ‘power couple’ in Earth and environmental sciences. Gemma Conroy News 26 Jun 2020
How to choose the right PhD supervisor 4 red flags to be wary of in the search for a good match. Gemma Conroy News 23 Jun 2020
A leading textbook author explains how he did it A lot of hard work, and an unconventional approach. Liqun Luo News 12 Jun 2020
How to collaborate using only email Two climate researchers show how it’s done. Andy Tay News 11 Jun 2020