News archive

Statistics are easily manipulated. Here are four red flags. 

What researchers stand to gain from taking more care to understand errors in the scientific record.

Vanishing coastlines and a threat to sea turtles feature in these stand-out studies from March.

From creative pursuits to grant application fatigue, here's why some researchers choose an unfunded path.

A briefing on developments in coronavirus research publishing.

“It doesn’t matter how good and innovative your idea is if no one needs it.”

COVID-19 is forcing researchers to rethink ways of amassing data.

An algorithm developed to spot abnormal patterns of citations aims to find scientists who have manipulated reference lists.

Ask yourself these five questions to prioritize your ideas.

The language of data visualization has become commonplace, but their influence on public opinion and behaviour is unclear.

How a supervisor-student pair forged a lasting collaboration.

It's been described as the 'tip of the iceberg' when it comes to unethical practices in Russian academia.

Only a small fraction of research misconduct ever comes to light. Independent investigative bodies could remedy that.

Passion is not enough. 

Hong Kong Principles seek to replace ‘publish or perish’ culture.

Scientists in neglected research areas at risk of being considered "second-class citizens."

How to manage distraction and maintain focus, while also acknowledging that sometimes the best thing to do is stop.

Researchers seek clearer rules on crediting co-authors.

It’s normal for PhD candidates to consider abandoning their studies. Here’s how to take emotions out of the decision.

“Unread science is lost science.”