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Beyond the Lab: The Expanding World of the Modern Researcher

Gone are the days when the image of a researcher was predominantly that of a person confined to a laboratory bench or a single academic department. Today’s reality is far more dynamic. A cancer biologist based in China advises a biotech startup in the United States on experimental design. A materials scientist who once worked […]

Leading from the Middle: How Women and ECRs Shape Research Collaborations Without Titles

Traditional academic leadership was defined by titles – which was an indicator of the position one occupied within a hierarchical setup. However, today, leadership often happens from the middle – where the individuals know well what is happening at the grassroot level, yet have pivotal roles to play in shaping the vision of their field. […]

When to Learn & When to Get Help: Hacking the Modern Research Landscape

A practical framework for deciding when researchers should build skills and when expert collaboration leads to better outcomes

How Labs Prepare for the New Academic Year: A Global Perspective

As the current academic year begins to wind down, advance planning begins everywhere for the new academic year. Yes, it is a time for planning, strategy, collaboration and embracing new directions. Research institutions around the world start to gear up to ensure that laboratories are ready to support high-quality science and innovation. Gaps in equipment, […]