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Consulting: Juggling act

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US scientists who take on consultancy can gain experience, supplement their income — and face logistical challenges.

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Mascarelli, A. Consulting: Juggling act. Nature 472, 249–251 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1038/nj7342-249a

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