In order to take account of the impact of the pandemic on the already changing scholarly
communications and work-life of early career researchers (ECRs), the 4-year long …

Success and impact metrics in science are based on a system that perpetuates sexist and
racist “rewards” by prioritizing citations and impact factors. These metrics are flawed and …

An incisive study showing how cultural ideas of merit in academic science produce unfair
and unequal outcomes. In Misconceiving Merit, sociologists Mary Blair-Loy and Erin A. Cech …

While postdoctoral fellowships are viewed as positions that prepare PhD students for
academic careers, studies show that most postdocs will not find tenure-track employment …

Every scientist has his and her own favorite research topics, types of studies, and research
methodology. It's natural, and it's something that is very important for all kinds of researchers …

Renewing undergraduate education in the chemical sciences to foster creativity using
research, visualization and connectivity resources has substantial benefits, but requires …

Mentoring is a developmental experience intended to increase the willingness to learn and
establish credibility while building positive relationships through networking. In this …

Early stage technology startups rely critically on talented scientists and engineers to
commercialize new technologies. And yet these startups compete with established …

The lack of diversity among faculty at universities and medical schools in the United States is
a matter of growing concern. However, the factors that influence the career choices of …

Women in doctoral programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) leave
without finishing at higher rates than men and, as with men, turn away from academic and …