What is a “social impact scholar”?
LSE Impact BlogExplore the role of social impact scholars who prioritise societal good in research. Learn how they transform academia for change. From the LSE Impact Blog
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Announcing the finalists for the Longitude Prize on Dementia
Alzheimer's Society5 groundbreaking innovations, finalists in the £4.4m Longitude Prize on Dementia, aim to transform lives, helping people with dementia stay independent longer
AI can carry out qualitative research at unprecedented scale
Dr Friedrich Geiecke and Professor Xavier Jaravel, present a new open source platform to support AI driven qualitative interviews at speed and scale.
Walk the line between high-calibre and humble
Nature Careers BlogHiring managers want applicants to show passion and dedication, but not overconfidence or exaggerations – Shared from Nature Careers
The human costs of the research-assessment culture
Large-scale evaluation permeates the UK university system, but some countries are rejecting harsh judgements and emphasizing strategic development.
Knowledge mobilisation is everyone’s business
NIHRIn this NIHR blog, Dr Jenni Lynch, Expert Advisor for Knowledge Mobilisation, discusses the lessons learnt from the HPRUs and apply these to your research.
ChatGPT for science: how to talk to your data
Companies are using artificial intelligence tools to help scientists to query their data without the need for programming skills. From Nature Careers
Dementia does not impact everyone equally
Dementia affects people unequally, with over 110 disparities in diagnosis and care. Discover the Alzheimer’s Society’s new report and help bridge these gaps.
How can I break into industry?
An application needs to stand out from the crowd. Nature spoke to industry experts to get their tips on how to make sure your CV gets seen.
The best peer review reports are at least 947 words
Discover why longer peer review reports lead to higher citation counts in scientific papers. Post by Abdelghani Maddi shared from the LSE Impact Blog.
Parents are paying a high price for conference travel
Three scientist mothers call for a change in how conference childcare costs are reimbursed, drawing on their personal experiences. Shared from Nature Careers.
How to set up your new lab space
An empty room can be intimidating. But with some thoughtful planning, you can create a thriving scientific community – shared from Nature Careers