Swiss Funder Pauses Schemes in Initial Response to ‘Massive’ Cuts
Scheme for unconventional ideas among those hit by Swiss National Science Foundation funding loss.
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Why Quantum Mechanics Needs Phenomenology
The role of the conscious observer has posed a stubborn problem for quantum measurement. Phenomenology offers a solution
Can ChatGPT help science writers?
In December 2023, the press office for Science (and the Science family of journals) decided to explore whether ChatGPT Plus had potential as a tool to help writers
Bridging the Gap Between Scientists, Policy Makers and Industry to Build the Quantum Ecosystem
Bridging the Gap Between Scientists, Policy Makers and Industry to Build the Quantum Ecosystem
Elizabeth Pasatembou and Dimitrie Cielecki discuss their experience of doing science policy engagement during their PhDs
Federal Budget Cuts: Impact on the SNSF
The SNSF rejects the cuts but is preparing for them. Together with its partners, it has decided to cut costs across several funding schemes.
Science is No Longer Above Suspicion
Science is no longer above suspicion. Once trusted as an impartial guide, it is now entangled with politics, corporate agendas and selective narratives - nowher
Navigating the chaos: Research community owes better communication to taxpayers
Navigating the chaos: Research community owes better communication to taxpayers
In exchange for continued taxpayer funding, American universities must better explain how research promotes the well-being and security of the public, according to two of the country’s top leaders in science policy.
International Scientific Collaboration is More Necessary - yet More Challenging - than Ever
International Scientific Collaboration is More Necessary - yet More Challenging - than Ever
These partnerships accelerate neuroscience by enabling researchers to share resources and expertise, as well as generate more relevant and reproducible results. But new federal funding restrictions in the United States are putting such collaborations in jeopardy.
As Scientists Raise the Alarm, Trump Administration Attacks Continue
Between January 20th and August 31st 2025, there have been 479 attacks on science, which undermine, co-opt, or blatantly ignore science in the federal government. These attacks follow the plan laid out in Project 2025.
Far More Authors Use AI to Write Science Papers than Admit it
Report highlights promise, questions about detectors of AI-generated text.
Funding Gaps Stall Africa’s Open Science Progress
Experts call for African-led platforms and pooled funding to protect scientific visibility.
Australia Opens Consultation on Horizon Europe Association
“Non-binding exploratory talks” with the EU have already started, bringing hope to research sector leaders.
Make Academic Publishing a Commons, not a Market
Commercialisation has thwarted the promise of openness—it’s time for new priorities, says Samuel Moore
The Case for a National Disaster Research Strategy
An integrated national research strategy is urgently needed to strengthen the country's efforts to prepare for and respond to disasters.
The value of publishing null results
The scientific community appears to have created a research environment where researchers either feel little point in writing up null results and/or struggle to publish such findings.
A 'Fake Science' Tsunami. More Fraud Than Facts.
A new report reveals the shocking scale of research fraud. Global "paper mills" now produce more fake science than real studies. Learn how they work.
Security Policy for Globalized Science
Five large-scale problems that new security policies for the public research sector will encounter.
Experienced Researcher Book Publishing: Sharing Deep Expertise
In the 3rd installment of career-focused articles, scientists who completed books as experienced researchers reflect on how their networks paved the way for—and grew during—the publishing process.
Mid-Career Book Publishing: Bridging Experience with Discovery
In the 2nd installment of 3 career-focused articles, scientists contemplate why a book project was the perfect addition to the dynamic middle stage of their professional journeys.
Early-Career Book Publishing: Growing Roots as Scholars
In the 1st installment of 3 career-focused articles, scientists who completed books as early-career researchers reflect on the positive outcomes the experience had on their professional development.
African Research Administrators Push for More Collaboration
Sarima 2025: Calls grow for unified African voice in research management and innovation
New to Advocacy? 3 Tips for Early Career Scientists
Early-career scientists looking to make a difference: this post is for you!
Beyond Lab Animals
With a boost from the Trump administration, organ chips, AI, and other technologies bid to replace animals for drug and chemical testing.
Why Science Must Embrace Co-Creation with Generative AI to Break Current Research Barriers
Travel Bans Punish Africa for Its Scientific Leadership
Sifelani Tsiko in Lusaka, Zambia Powerful western countries have been condemned for slapping Africa with travel bans whenever its health experts demonstrate scientific leadership in the fight against global pandemics.…
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