Ultrarunning made me a more resilient scientist By Mikel HaggadoneAug. 15, 2019 Lessons learned from a running group helped this grad student redefine success, both professionally and personally
We live in a complex world. Science can’t be taught in a vacuum By David R. WessnerAug. 8, 2019 Why this biology professor addresses social and political issues in his classroom
My science seemed to tell a clear story—until I took a closer look By Gohar ManzarAug. 1, 2019 This researcher reflects on lessons learned from spinning a story about her data instead of critically examining all the facts
Skydiving taught me I can land on my feet—in my life and career By Lerys del MoralJul. 25, 2019 Career leaps can be scary, but they are also exhilarating and rewarding, this grad student writes
Why I livestream my science By S. Hussain AtherJul. 18, 2019 This computational researcher discovered the benefits of sharing his work in real time
How I negotiated paternity leave in a place where it’s not the norm By Kazumasa Z. TanakaJul. 11, 2019 Fathers in Japan rarely take paternity leave, but this postdoc wanted to blaze a trail
Committee members shouldn’t expect Ph.D. students to serve coffee and pastries By Kate BredbennerJul. 4, 2019 Thesis defenses and committee meetings are stressful enough without the added expectation of bringing food, this student writes
Yes, you can—and should—negotiate academic job offers By Brandon BrownJun. 27, 2019 How a professor learned the importance of negotiating, and sharing his hard-won knowledge
Academia or industry? How I learned to pivot between them By Pedro ResendeJun. 20, 2019 This researcher’s winding path taught him to embrace career plan changes rather than fear them
How I learned to teach like a scientist By Sally G. HoskinsJun. 13, 2019 Recently retired, this professor emeritus reflects on how she challenged students to think beyond facts
Branching out from my area of expertise felt risky—but I did it anyway By Kara MosovskyJun. 6, 2019 For this assistant professor, trying something new midway to her tenure review was the right move
Many scientist parents travel for work. We need more support By Christine D. BaconMay. 30, 2019 As a single parent, paying for my child’s travel expenses has become untenable. Institutions, funding agencies, and conferences can help
Being open about my multiple sclerosis helps me be a better advocate By Stephanie SchroederMay. 23, 2019 Being public about her diagnosis and prioritizing her health are important elements in this scientist’s efforts to advocate for members of marginalized groups
I felt lost in a new academic culture. Then I learned about the hidden curriculum By Janani HariharanMay. 16, 2019 Navigating unspoken norms and expectations was a challenge for this international student, but she eventually found the support she needed
How I became easy prey to a predatory publisher By Alan H. ChambersMay. 9, 2019 Pressure to publish and an unfortunately timely email led this assistant professor astray
My singing and research were at odds—until I restored the harmony between them By Mike Z. HeMay. 2, 2019 How a grad student balanced his musical pursuits and his Ph.D. research