The Parenting Penalties Faced by Scientist Mothers
Starting a family at a key career stage comes at a cost to birthing parents - and many end up leaving the profession as a result.
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Time to Assume That Health Research is Fraudulent Until Proven Otherwise? - The BMJ
Time to Assume That Health Research is Fraudulent Until Proven Otherwise? - The BMJ
Health research is based on trust. Health professionals and journal editors reading the results of a clinical trial assume that the trial happened and that the results were honestly reported. But about 20% of the time, said Ben Mol, they would be wrong.
Pact for Research & Innovation: the Foundations of the European Research Area Still Valid and Unavoidable
Pact for Research & Innovation: the Foundations of the European Research Area Still Valid and Unavoidable
Launched two decades ago, the European Research Area (ERA) has made limited progress. The ERC Scientific Council fully supports renewed efforts for further development.
Why We Stand by Our Journalism and Journalists Now More Than Ever
A 2020 survey of journalists in the UK found that over half had experienced online abuse in the previous year. This intimidation often aims to silence important voices and suppress reporting on sensitive issues.
Do Researchers Know What the H-index Is? And How Do They Estimate Its Importance? - Scientometrics
Do Researchers Know What the H-index Is? And How Do They Estimate Its Importance? - Scientometrics
In this article, we pursue two goals, namely the collection of empirical data about researchers' personal estimations of the importance of the h-index for themselves as well as for their academic disciplines, and on the researchers' concrete knowledge on the h-index and the way of its calculation.
Why is Horizon Europe Important for Switzerland and the European Union?
Switzerland has been excluded for now from the EU's key Horizon Europe research programme. This is a big blow for Switzerland's research landscape.
'They're Killing People': Biden Denounces Social Media for Virus Disinformation
The president's blunt statement capped weeks of frustration in the White House over the spread of vaccine disinformation on Facebook and other platforms.
The White House Wants Your Advice on Improving Scientific Integrity
Concerned citizens, scientists and advocates can provide input to the White House on improving scientific integrity.
Science Communication in Switzerland: Status Quo and Recommendations
Science Communication in Switzerland: Status Quo and Recommendations
The Swiss Academies has published the first comprehensive report on science communication in Switzerland - and formulated 20 recommendations for improving it.
What Science Fiction Got Right and Wrong About the Babies of the Future
A century of science has pushed the boundaries of human reproduction even beyond writers' imaginations.
Happy Birthday to the EBook!
On July 4, 1971 Michael Hart posted the first ebook file on the ARPANET and transformed content distribution.
WHO Should Lead on Genome-editing Policy, Advisers Say
World Health Organization committee says it's too soon to allow heritable gene editing, but points to paths forward for other applications.
Academic Freedom Must Include the Right to Criticise Employers
England's free speech bill should outlaw gag orders that stifle revelations of bad practice, says an anonymous author.
The US is Boosting Funding for Research Monkeys in the Wake of COVID
The US is Boosting Funding for Research Monkeys in the Wake of COVID
The investments are promising but won't fix the primate shortage, experts say.
European Research Council Bans Journal Impact Factor from Bids
For the first time prestigious funder has explicitly told academics they must not include metric when applying for grants.
Digital Transformation Requires Cultural Evolution
Turns out, digital transformation is actually more human than technical. Learn more in these case studies from Emerald and De Gruyter.
EU Confirms Swiss 'third Country' Status for Research Projects
Switzerland has been locked out of the EU's flagship Horizon Europe research and innovation programme until further notice.
Research Managers Are Essential to a Healthy Research Culture
But for maximal benefit, more of these academic administrators need to get involved in the scholarly aspect of research.
'We Need to Talk': Ways to Prevent Collaborations Breaking Down
Scientists who plan to partner on a research project should start by identifying pressure points and devising ways of tackling them as a team.
Beware Performative Reproducibility
Well-meant changes to improve science could become empty gestures unless underlying values change.
Revisiting: How to Be A Good Peer Reviewer
There are quite a few ways to shift bad behaviors and habits of reviewers to become not just good, but great peer reviewers.
Embrace and Celebrate Diverse Names in Science
Learning to pronounce others' names doesn't have to be awkward, as long as it comes from a place of mutual respect.
Viewpoint: Academic Freedom Needs European Protection
This year will be crucial for the future development of the European Research Area (ERA), but one of its fundamental principles is being neglected: academic freedom. Academic freedom is under threat and Europe needs to act.
How Science Moved Beyond Peer Review During The Pandemic
And what scientists learned they still needed it for.
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