What it’s like to be in the minority at a conference
Female and Black researchers describe the impacts of sexism and racism at conferences in this post shared from Nature Careers
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Why academic administration was the right choice for me
I found job satisfaction and exciting opportunities in supporting other academics a career path many don’t consider. Juergen Reichardt for Nature Careers
Why science needs a protein emoji
Emojis are part of a science communicator’s arsenal. Computational chemist Andrew White describes how and why he submitted an application from Nature Careers.
Women and LGBTQ+ people aren’t tokens
A disingenuous invitation made Gwen Grinyer reconsider taking part in equity, diversity and inclusion sessions at conferences. Shared from Nature Careers
Working Scientist podcast: The PhD thesis and how to boost its impact
The thesis is a central element of how graduate students are assessed. But is it time for an overhaul? Julie Gould finds out.
Yay to stipend rise, say UK postgrads — but don’t stop there
Nature Careers reports PhD students call for further reforms after country’s largest research funder responds to campaigns with 10% increase.
You’ve heard of science mentoring, what about sponsorship?
Senior academics need to understand how the two differ, and how sponsorship can promote diversity in research. Article from Nature Careers