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When I arrived to assume my new position at Nagoya University, I was the sole parent of an infant. The university’s support measures failed to cover the needs of…
  • Guest Author
  • December 7, 2018
This article explores the concept of digital accessibility, discusses why it is important in scholarly publishing, and looks at how publishers are facilitating…
Impostor syndrome isn’t a diagnosable thing, but it certainly impacts the way people view themselves…and I imagine those predisposed to mental health issues like…
  • Guest Author
  • October 29, 2018
Lithium ion batteries find wide applications in everyday use objects, but the number of ions that can be stored in their graphite anodes is limited. Prof. Jun Kang from…
Of course, I’ve had my manuscripts rejected! It’s very rare, almost unheard of, to get a letter from the editor saying, “We love your paper! We’ll publish it without any…
Launching into Honours, I had a few preconceived ideas of what it would be like. However, it was only until I started experiencing Honours first hand, that I realized I…
  • Guest Author
  • June 5, 2019
Language isn't just a tool for communication; it shapes our worldviews, influences our experiences, and encodes unique knowledge systems. Read more to understand it's…
My alarm was set for 6am on Monday, 1st May, 2015 – my Viva day; but I was wide awake by 5am. The sun was shining so I took my dogs for a long walk while I contemplated…
  • Guest Author
  • February 28, 2019
Here're some interesting discussions you may have missed this month– a unique disobedience award that rewards scientists for their contributions to society, a different…
Read this post to understand science communication, why it's important, and tips for effectively communicating your scientific research.