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A Case for Inclusive AI from Africa
Africa is home to about 2000 languages, with 75 of them having more than one million speakers each. Yet, this linguistic abundance is not reflected in the large language models (LLMs)-which are at the core of many AI systems-that are widely used. This creates a significant barrier in trying to build localised solutions.
Pioneering Journal ELife Faces Major Test After Loss of Impact Factor
The open-access title's bold publishing model has bought long-bubbling conflicts to the fore.
Infamous paper that popularized unproven COVID-19 treatment finally retracted
Infamous paper that popularized unproven COVID-19 treatment finally retracted
Study on hydroxychloroquine by Didier Raoult and colleagues gets pulled on ethical and scientific grounds
Use Evidence-based Methods for Decision-making on Complex Policy Issues
Use Evidence-based Methods for Decision-making on Complex Policy Issues
Regular consultations with academics and the use of evidence-based methods can lead to important findings and reveal blind spots in science policy, according to The Young Academy in its report Informed choices.
Highlights of 2024 World Science Forum in Budapest
The 11th World Science Forum (WSF) took place in Budapest, Hungary, from 20 to 23 November 2024, bringing together global leaders, scientists, and policymakers.
UNESCO Seeks to Give Impetus to Scholarly Work on Slavery
UNESCO has called for the creation of university chairs for the study of the history of enslavement and the transatlantic slave trade.
African Leaders to Endorse Science Strategy in February
Ten-year plan seeks to improve take-up and financial sustainability of continental STI programmes.
US and China Sign New Science Pact - but with Severe Restrictions
Amid tensions, the two nations agree on a path forward for research collaboration.
How a Top Swiss University is Screening Chinese Students
ETH Zurich has revealed security screening measures it routinely carries out on some foreign students - provoking fear and anger.
'Getting Paid to Review is Justice': Journal Pays Peer Reviewers in Cryptocurrency
ResearchHub Journal launches latest attempt to compensate referees for their labour.
The Trap of Securitizing Science
In response to China's rise, Western governments are acting to limit scientific collaboration but this may hurt science and the economy.
The Science Behind Winning a Nobel Prize? Being a Man from a Wealthy Family
A lot of talent is wasted in a world where more than half of laureates come from households in the richest 5%.
Universities Push for Research Careers Pilot in Horizon Europe
The CESAER university association is calling on the European Commission to pilot a 'Choose Europe for a research career' programme to tackle brain drain and precarity in research careers.
The Impact of Winning Funding on Researcher Productivity, Results from a Randomized Trial
Advising Governments About Science is Essential but Difficult. So Train People to Do It
Advising Governments About Science is Essential but Difficult. So Train People to Do It
A great scientist doesn't necessarily make an effective science adviser - but schooling and practice can help to bridge the gap.
A Science Mega-programme is Taking Shape in the EU: What It Means for Researchers
What Does a Career in Science Policy Entail?
Science policy plays a crucial role in shaping research and funding, but its science policy analysts who evaluate and refine these policies to ensure that they effectively support scientific progress and innovation.
‘Horrified’: Researchers Respond to Marsden Fund Changes
Humanities and social science defunding sparks outrage in New Zealand.
UK and Switzerland Strengthen Science Ties with £16m Investment
Funding announced for joint projects and clinical trials in update to “landmark” bilateral agreement.
Amid Cuts to Basic Research, New Zealand Scraps All Support for Social Sciences
Amid Cuts to Basic Research, New Zealand Scraps All Support for Social Sciences
Scientists shocked as “blue-sky” Marsden Fund has half its budget shifted to research focused on helping economy.
New Guide on Trusted Repositories: Promoting Open Science and Meeting Grant Requirements
New Guide on Trusted Repositories: Promoting Open Science and Meeting Grant Requirements
A new study provides a list of trusted repositories across different fields of research, with an assessment of their readiness to facilitate compliance with the Horizon Europe requirements.
The Abuse of Power in German Academia
German researchers studying power abuse in academia in Germany have come to some interesting conclusions about how common the problem is. Not enough checks are in place to prevent professors from exploiting doctoral candidates and other students.
Pygmy Blue Whales: Citizen Scientists in Timor-Leste Help Research
A thrifty study uncovers a wealth of data about one of the world's largest and most elusive species.
Science Could Solve Some of the World's Biggest Problems. Why Aren't Governments Using It?
Call to Integrate Social Sciences and Humanities in the EU Research Program FP10
Call to Integrate Social Sciences and Humanities in the EU Research Program FP10
More than a dozen research lobby groups are urging Brussels and EU member states to better integrate social sciences and humanities in the next Framework Programme, FP10, to bring these disciplines to bear on policy ambitions.
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