Interview with Isaac Larsen
We discuss the challenges facing early career researchers, parenthood and tearful graduations with the award-winning University of Massachusetts Amherst geoscientist
We discuss the challenges facing early career researchers, parenthood and tearful graduations with the award-winning University of Massachusetts Amherst geoscientist
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor identifies the top academic ‘habits’ postdocs need to reach the next level
Gearing research too far towards industry goals can lead to short-termist approach, warns Brian MacCraith
Lack of opportunities and local hiring practices have stopped many French scientists from returning to their homeland, a new study says
Seven academic leaders share their experiences at the departmental helm along with their tips on how to squeeze the best out of sceptical staff and meagre budgets – and still find time for research