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Members of UAW 5810—the union for postdoctoral researchers at the University of California—describe how their union has led to improved terms and conditions for postdocs.

An analysis of review, promotion and tenure documents from 129 US and Canadian universities suggests institutions could better fulfill their public missions by changing how they incentivize the public dimensions of faculty work.

In studies of gender disparities in academia, increased focus is required on within-group variability and between-group overlap of distributions when interpreting and reporting results.

Improving the research culture of an institution may lead to a fairer, more rewarding and successful environment, but how do you start making changes?

Early-career researchers propose seven actions that can be taken by research institutions and departments to improve science training.

A single event can completely change the direction of a career in science; four researchers share their stories.

Job insecurity is putting stress on early-career researchers in Australia, compromising their career development and potentially reducing the quality of research.

After many professional twists and turns, a researcher reconsiders what it means to ‘make it’ in academia.

As she closes the door on her time in academia, a neuroscientist faces unexpected grief.

Recruiting PhD students can be a frustrating process, but Eve Marder looks forward to welcoming the latest crop in the autumn.