All Working life articles – Page 4
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OpinionTurning negative results into positives
Publishing unsuccessful experiments is more important than ever as we try to train machines in chemistry
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NewsUniversity of Delaware labs reopen after explosive accidentally synthesised by student
The shock-sensitive material was destroyed in a controlled detonation
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NewsUS accelerator accident hospitalises worker, delays XFEL startup
The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory lab director has stood down after the latest in a series of safety incidents and complaints
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ResearchChemical analysis of Tartan questions cultural perceptions of 18th century Scotland
Anita Quye explains why the sciences and the humanities aren’t as disparate as we might think
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FeatureWhat does AI mean for chemistry?
Phil Ball looks at whether letting machines do our thinking for us will change our understanding of chemistry itself
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OpinionThe psychology of our future with AI
It’s time to accept that digitalisation is changing laboratory work, and embrace the opportunity
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CareersHow to develop in your current role
When promotion isn’t automatic, you need to take a proactive approach to your career
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NewsTensions between University of California and unions flare up again over possible cuts to PhDs
Academic unions are concerned by potential enrolment cuts to graduate programmes to offset the cost of pay rises
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NewsUK universities facing 18 days of strikes as dispute over pay and conditions intensifies
70,000 staff members to walk out starting on 1 February
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CareersDocumenting hazards in the lab for pregnant chemists
After failing to find the safety information they needed, two pregnant chemists began a project to review hazards in labs
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NewsCommunity voices concerns over American Chemical Society magazine
Board members’ open letter warns of ‘detrimental changes’ after restructure at C&EN
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BusinessUS government intervenes to avert rail strike
Congress enforces a contract deal to prevent a national rail shutdown that would effectively halt chemicals production
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NewsStrike continues as University of California reaches partial agreement with union
Historic wins on pay and working conditions secured, but student employees and researchers still waiting
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NewsTwo thirds of academics have experienced gender violence
But only 13% report it, survey of 42,000 researchers and students across Europe shows
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News9 out of 10 scientists hate their lab coat
Genius Lab Gear wants to replace the boxy garment with tailored apparel that fits different body shapes and sizes
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CareersWork or study… or work and study?
How employers are helping employees to gain new qualifications, including PhDs
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BusinessUK firms face critical lab space shortage
Growing chemistry companies hit a wall when it comes to expanding their labs
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NewsClass still a barrier to success in academia, survey finds
University and College Union members state that social class has hindered their careers and prevents other from entering the academy