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Scientists are nudging the dial on some types of cancer more than others, but it’s fair to ask whether research is delivering value for money.

The search for disease mechanisms and treatments is one of the biggest collaborative efforts in science. These researchers are significant contributors.

Most were probably predatory.

Good research practices begin in the classroom.

Researchers can expect to wait days, rather than months, for the initial peer review.

Physical sciences hotspots outside China, based on publications in Nature Index journals.

‘Culture-change moment’ for higher education.

Suspension of face-to-face activities in the coronavirus pandemic sends researchers back to their manuscripts.

How a spur-of-the-moment decision went viral.

Free tools give greater clarity to authors. 

Initiatives like Folding@Home and #WirVsVirus allow volunteers to pitch in, wherever they are.

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These are host to some of Europe’s top-notch labs, based on publications in Nature Index journals.

A narrow focus on the latest hot topic can be rewarding—but it’s not necessarily a good long-term strategy.

4 ways to a more productive relationship.

Up-and-coming research hotspots.

Looking beyond bibliometrics to evaluate success.

Universities will have to adapt quickly to survive, says leading economist.

Where some of America’s high-powered chemistry research takes place.

"Severe unintended negative consequences."