How to be strategic in applying for grants Researchers must be increasingly tactical in choosing the types of grants they apply for. Anthea Lacchia News 7 Dec 2021
By the numbers: counting the costs of infectious illness The impact of some of the world’s deadliest diseases, and the research effort that goes into them. Bo Wu et al. Dataviz 2 Nov 2021
Uneven attention hampers the drive to control infectious diseases Despite notable success stories, many conditions still present a complex challenge. Sarah DeWeerdt News feature 28 Oct 2021
The high burden of infectious disease Human and economic costs highlight the need for fresh approaches in research. Catherine Armitage Comment 28 Oct 2021
Pressure on ARIA to juggle risk in the pursuit of breakthroughs To elicit the most impact from science spending, the new UK funder will need to experiment judiciously Elisabeth Jeffries News 14 Sep 2021
Universities define four conditions for the UK to become a science superpower If British science is to rival the United States and China, research spending must be matched by freedom of movement, equitable distribution and less red tape. Benjamin Plackett News 7 Sep 2021
How can institutions and funders help to police questionable research practices? A new toolkit is being trialed as a way to bring clarity to issues of research misconduct and dishonest practices Dalmeet Singh Chawla News 7 Sep 2021
To gain impact through influencing policy, you need to build trust in your research Practical strategies for successful knowledge exchange between scientists or research institutions and decision-makers. Christopher Cvitanovic and Rebecca Shellock Comment 3 Aug 2021
How nanotechnology can flick the immunity switch Nano immuno-engineering shows promise against autoimmune conditions, cancer and allergies. Bianca Nogrady News feature 5 Jul 2021
Makers and shakers Three researchers making a material difference. Catherine Armitage, Sandy Ong & Sian Powell News feature 5 Jul 2021
Silk Road becomes the one less travelled as China lures science talent home Barriers to cooperation could create a more competitive, less collegiate research landscape. Catherine Armitage & Chris Woolston News feature 27 May 2021
Fresh twists in China’s bid for research dominance The nation’s remarkable growth in science publishing is showing signs of a slowdown. Catherine Armitage News 27 May 2021
Senior scientists speak out against "overwhelming" US security requirements Report flags concerns that increasingly complex regulations will hamper talent migration. Chris Woolston News 4 May 2021
Looming deadline on post-Brexit data agreement has researchers worried Data flow disruptions between the EU and UK would be a “lose-lose situation”. Elisabeth Jeffries News 27 Apr 2021
Calls for culture change as “them versus us” mindset drives rift between academic and non-academic staff Research managers and administrators feel that their skills are underappreciated, survey reveals. David Payne News 30 Mar 2021
Politics and the pandemic disrupt migration patterns in research Researchers are watching how political and economic tensions between China and Australia will affect scientific collaborations. Catherine Armitage News feature 18 Mar 2021
Japan and South Korea pursue shared interests Despite political tensions, research ties are resilient. Ichiko Fuyuno News 18 Mar 2021
Rising tide of China’s science lifts Asia-Pacific research Thanks to huge investments in science, China is the region’s scientific growth engine and collaboration magnet Catherine Armitage Comment 18 Mar 2021
Rethinking research assessment: 7 sources of bias to watch out for at your institution Recognizing the signs of systemic bias is key to ensuring that hiring, promotion and tenure decisions are fair for everyone. Gemma Conroy News 16 Mar 2021
