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Creativity and sense of purpose among the desirable traits for those selecting faculty, paper reveals.

Researchers must be increasingly tactical in choosing the types of grants they apply for.

Digital-first strategies are driving a change in how librarians can support research.

Model measures qualities that evaluation metrics usually miss, developers say.

Arctic fieldwork in Canada takes place in a difficult funding landscape.

Teams studying the human body at the molecular level are grappling with matter that defies identification.

A visual overview of investment, collaborations and institutional stand-outs.

Researchers working with Indigenous partners are benefiting from traditional knowledge of the natural world.

The buzz created by a 2017 national science review has faded, prompting calls for a renewed focus on innovation.

To remain globally competitive, the country must regain an edge in emerging fields.

COVID-19 crisis highlights the need for institutional support for women disproportionately burdened by extraordinary circumstances.

A grouping built on strong foundations can provide access to specialized resources and networks.

The impact of some of the world’s deadliest diseases, and the research effort that goes into them.

The bacterium has helped combat dengue, but can it be used to purge other mosquito-borne diseases?

The technology could form the basis of a new generation of vaccines for diseases such as HIV/AIDS and malaria.

Can these sidelined conditions gain the traction they deserve?

Despite notable success stories, many conditions still present a complex challenge.

Human and economic costs highlight the need for fresh approaches in research.

Problems can arise when boundaries are unclear.