Fresh twists in China’s bid for research dominance The nation’s remarkable growth in science publishing is showing signs of a slowdown. Catherine Armitage News 27 May 2021
Superpowered science: charting China’s research rise From output and investments to the nation’s most prolific areas, a visual overview of China’s research performance. Nature Index Dataviz 27 May 2021
Silk Road becomes the one less travelled as China lures science talent home Barriers to cooperation could create a more competitive, less collegiate research landscape. Catherine Armitage & Chris Woolston News feature 27 May 2021
Chinese joint-venture universities try for the best of both worlds While movement of students between domestic and foreign universities slows, China’s joint-venture model is gaining traction. Cong Cao Comment 27 May 2021
Nature Index Annual Tables 2021: Country comparisons in a difficult year China’s losses are seven other nations’ gains. Catherine Armitage Listings 20 May 2021
Ten rising stars of the Nature Index Annual Tables 2021 China’s dominance falls away, as this year’s list of fast-risers features a more global spread of institutions. Bec Crew Listings 20 May 2021
Senior scientists speak out against "overwhelming" US security requirements Report flags concerns that increasingly complex regulations will hamper talent migration. Chris Woolston News 4 May 2021
Rethinking research assessment: 7 sources of bias to watch out for at your institution Recognizing the signs of systemic bias is key to ensuring that hiring, promotion and tenure decisions are fair for everyone. Gemma Conroy News 16 Mar 2021
Inclusion in the time of COVID: 14 ways to seize the moment for change Flux in the system is a chance to create new and better opportunities in academic STEMM careers for marginalized groups. Carla Cebula et. al* Comment 9 Feb 2021
Samsung’s head researcher wants human–AI interactions to be a multisensory experience Sebastian Seung outlines his quest for convenient and natural interaction with machines. Leigh Dayton News feature 10 Dec 2020
Artificial-intelligence research escalates amid calls for caution A look at one of the most rapidly advancing and controversial topics in scientific research. Bec Crew News 10 Dec 2020
Network effect: visualizing AI connections in the natural sciences Collaborations on AI-related papers in journals tracked by the Nature Index reveal country strengths. Bo Wu, Tanner Maxwell & Bec Crew Dataviz 10 Dec 2020
How Germany retains one of the world’s strongest research reputations Thanks to steady funding, Germany’s national research organizations are thriving. But there are concerns that some universities are being left behind. Hristio Boytchev News feature 27 Nov 2020
Nature Index’s top five science cities, by the numbers Sizing up the success of the world’s science hotspots. Nature Index Dataviz 28 Sep 2020
Science cities seek new connections Emerging trends are explored in this commentary on high-impact research outputs across 245 cities. György Csomós, Zsófia Viktória Vida & Balázs Lengyel Comment 28 Sep 2020
The top cities for research in the Nature Index A look at the inputs that result in high scientific research outputs. Catherine Armitage Comment 25 Sep 2020
Beijing, the seat of science capital China’s powerhouse holds firm as the number one city in the Nature Index. Hepeng Jia News feature 25 Sep 2020
New York and Boston maintain their lead The two US cities have a peerless partnership for life sciences. Neil Savage News feature 24 Sep 2020
South Korean institutions lure global talent The country is making headway in the effort to internationalize its scientific workforce. Chris Woolston News 29 May 2020
South Korea’s Institute for Basic Science faces review Decisions about the country’s research flagship will signpost national priorities. Mark Zastrow News 28 May 2020