Business and Editorial articles from Science Careers
‘Impossible to ignore’: How a former neuroscientist and dancer is turning research into art
Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya’s bold murals bring the research of women scientists to the public
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I’m a scientist with hearing loss. The pandemic taught me we can prioritize inclusion
Virtual meetings helped this postdoc. As her institution reopens, she’s bringing the lessons learned with her
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Dealing with bullies and jerks in science
In this installment of Your Unicorn Career, our columnist suggests steps to take in this all-too-common situation
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In case of death: Researchers should plan for how our work can continue without us
Spurred by the pandemic and a colleague’s sudden death, these scientists are making contingency plans
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How reclaiming my true name empowered me as an international researcher
Supportive mentors were key, this scientist writes
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I bombed the GRE—but I’m thriving as a Ph.D. student
Grad schools need to see beyond standardized tests, this researcher argues
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‘A lack of humanity’: Hundreds of early-career researchers forced out by Mexico’s science agency
Conacyt faces at least 145 wrongful termination lawsuits
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‘Dear those in charge’: A scientist’s coronavirus impact statement
Our Experimental Error columnist offers his version of the new statement some employers are inviting
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As an early-career researcher, taking paternity leave felt risky
For this postdoc, caring colleagues and firm personal priorities were key
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Academic bullying is too often ignored. Here are some targets’ stories
New study highlights the challenges of reporting academic abuse—and the need for more oversight
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To choose a career, I needed to do more than ‘follow my dream’
Practical advice helped this international scientist figure out her post-Ph.D. direction
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Two surnames, no hyphen: Claiming my identity as a Latin American scientist
For this researcher, publishing her name as she wants presents some challenges—but it’s worth it
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‘Hybrid’ scientific conferences aim to offer the best of in-person and virtual meetings
As U.S. pandemic subsides, societies are exploring their options
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How my cancer diagnosis transformed my approach to teaching
This professor writes about the power of being vulnerable with students
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How to navigate authorship of scientific manuscripts
Researchers from a variety of disciplines and career stages share their experiences
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How volunteering during grad school helped me reclaim my confidence
Driving senior citizens in his new community transformed this international student’s perspective
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I wish I hadn’t waited to tell my Ph.D. supervisor about my industry internship
“Choosing your own path takes determination and resilience, but you don’t have to do it alone,” this grad student writes
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How (not) to plan a scientific event
Organizing an event? You might as well put in at least a little effort, our Experimental Error columnist writes
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As a Ph.D. student, sharing my perspective on social media felt scary—but it’s worth it
“We are all stronger if we authentically share and connect with one another,” this grad student writes.
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Scientists, let’s talk about cash—and the financial realities of career choices
It may seem taboo, but it’s important for making informed decisions, our columnist advises in this Career Fable
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