Nature, February 27, 2019 Last year, six female scientists discussed in Nature how they dealt with gender bias in the workplace. Several readers asked what men were doing to help. Here, six male researchers describe their efforts to support their female colleagues. Some were uncomfortable getting credit for work that they feel everyone should be doing,… Continue reading Ways to boot out bias
Category: Lab Culture
Astronomy society pushes for diversity
Nature, February 21, 2019 Task force hopes that a report on boosting participation by under-represented groups in US PhD programmes will ‘pull the alarm cord to say we can’t continue doing things the way we have been’.
How advocacy gives back
Nature, November 20, 2018 Graduate students should get involved in advocacy. Becoming a leader in a field you are passionate about can teach you crucial management skills and offer a support network outside of the lab.
How female scientists can confront gender bias in the workplace
Nature, September 18, 2018 Six researchers offer tips for navigating through and beyond gender barriers.
These labs are remarkably diverse — here’s why they’re winning at science
Nature, June 6, 2018 Being inclusive gives research groups a competitive edge. It also happens to be the right thing to do.
How to sail smoothly from academia to industry
Nature, March 21, 2018 To beat the stiff competition, highlight your skills in collaboration, teamwork and meeting deadlines.
Technology to watch in 2018
Nature, January 24, 2018 Thought leaders reveal the technologies and topics likely to transform life-science research in the year ahead.
Should we steer clear of the winner-takes-all approach?
Nature, January 16, 2018 Researchers reflect on an initiative in New Zealand to make science more inclusive.
Behaviour: A lookout for luck
Nature, November 9, 2017 Scientists are as sceptical as they come — but many still engage in personal rituals or use totems in the lab and field.
Work-life balance: Break or burn out
Nature, May 17, 2017 Taking time off from work is crucial for avoiding stress and depression, and their potential consequences.