All Working life articles – Page 3
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NewsIrish PhD researchers left disappointed as stipend raise is just half of what was hoped for
Independent review recommended increasing stipends to €25,000 but they rose to just €22,000
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ResearchPlaying her part in building South Africa’s scientific reputation
Meet Pinkie Ntola, an early-career Black researcher who is passionate about being a credible scientist, an inspiring teacher and a supportive mentor
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OpinionA pharmacist’s prescription for chemistry
Hands-on experience should not be dismissed lightly
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ResearchA force against fungi
With antifungal resistance on the rise, Leah Cowen’s lab wants to identify molecules that can capitalise on vulnerabilities in fungal pathogens
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CareersHow to use large language models in chemistry
Five ways that chemists can use GPT-4 and other generative AI tools
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CareersMandatory events aren’t relaxing
Giving employees options for how to de-stress is better for preventing burnout
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FeatureHow to prepare for a lab catastrophe
Nina Notman looks at steps scientists can take to better protect the content of their labs from floods, fires and other disasters
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CareersWorking through bereavement
Academic employers can do more to support grieving students and staff
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CareersWorking at the forefront of AI
Petrina Kamya’s curiosity has led her across sectors to become a leader in drug discovery
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NewsReport highlights job insecurity and mental health strain in academia
Baseline pay and conditions compare well to other sectors for permanent staff
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CareersA more reasonable view of workplace adjustments
Normalising giving people what they need to do their jobs well
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NewsBudget day strikes hit science facilities across the UK
Industrial action across the country saw research institutes forced to close or cut services
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NewsThe promise and pitfalls of generative AI for research
As ChatGPT co-authorship on research paper climbs, there are new concerns about the impact such AI tools could have on science