Prospects in 2009

It's not enough to be an expert on a specific topic. Today's scientists also need to be able to apply their knowledge, argues Peter Fiske.

Survey results suggest that mobile technology offers scientists both increased productivity and unwelcome intrusion. Rich Pennock speculates on the consequences.

The next generation of DNA sequencers could create more genomics jobs, says Paul Smaglik.

We need more physician innovators, not just more physician scientists, writes Justin Chakma.

Can religious belief really be reconciled with a life in science? Gene Russo contemplates the contradictions.

A new approach can revitalize literature updates, building skills and teamwork at the same time. B. Harihara Venkatraman, Dipankar Basak and Dhandapani Venkataraman report.

Despite the gloom, this isn't a bad time to begin a scientific career. Keep your nerve, Bart Noordam and Patricia Gosling advise.

For good reading, look more deeply, says Paul Smaglik.

An extensive collaborative analysis concludes that the perception is unwarranted, say Herbert Marsh and Lutz Bornmann.

The government and universities must highlight non-academic careers and nurture a diverse skill set, say Toshiyuki Misu and Akira Horoiwa.

Naturejobs gets a facelift in print.

Lifting the stem-cell ban has repercussions that go beyond science ethics and disease cures.

Coalition could become an important voice for contingent and adjunct faculty members.

There are concrete ways to address the obstacles that face women and people from minority groups in science.

Career-conscious scientists should heed advice given to governments and institutions about coping with the downturn.

Tackling corporate culture with the help of YouTube.

Could the financial downturn be a window of opportunity for scientists?

By some measures, Europe is improving its innovation performance.

Welcoming a new crop of Postdoc Journal keepers.