Why you must be logical and scientific to be a good personThe conflict in academia today centers around scientism versus the humanities, questioning the unique contributions of non-scientific disciplines.
Why you must be logical and scientific to be a good personThe current debate in academia centers around the belief that science is the singular pathway to knowledge, sidelining non-scientific approaches.
Terrence Malick, or, Philosophy by Other MeansTerrence Malick represents a unique intersection of philosophy and filmmaking, showcasing philosophical inquiry beyond academic confines.
Job Opening at Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyThe HKUST Philosophy Department seeks a Research Assistant Professor specializing in Chinese Philosophy.Candidates need a PhD, strong publications, and grant proposal skills.
Why you must be logical and scientific to be a good personThe conflict in academia today centers around scientism versus the humanities, questioning the unique contributions of non-scientific disciplines.
Why you must be logical and scientific to be a good personThe current debate in academia centers around the belief that science is the singular pathway to knowledge, sidelining non-scientific approaches.
Terrence Malick, or, Philosophy by Other MeansTerrence Malick represents a unique intersection of philosophy and filmmaking, showcasing philosophical inquiry beyond academic confines.
Job Opening at Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyThe HKUST Philosophy Department seeks a Research Assistant Professor specializing in Chinese Philosophy.Candidates need a PhD, strong publications, and grant proposal skills.
How a PhD student's lab size affects their chance of future academic successPostdoctoral and junior scientists in large research groups are more likely to leave academia than those in smaller groups.
Donald Lee Fanger, 94 - Harvard GazetteDonald Fanger's contributions to academia and literature were significant and transformative, impacting students and colleagues alike over a prolific 70-year career.
How a PhD student's lab size affects their chance of future academic successPostdoctoral and junior scientists in large research groups are more likely to leave academia than those in smaller groups.
Donald Lee Fanger, 94 - Harvard GazetteDonald Fanger's contributions to academia and literature were significant and transformative, impacting students and colleagues alike over a prolific 70-year career.
How academia's 'lone wolf' culture is harming researcher mental healthThe academic landscape needs to change by fostering group support and providing genuine mental health resources.
How to bring health and happiness to your labAcademia poses significant mental health challenges, but there are solutions to promote well-being among researchers.
'I was told to toughen up': is academia getting resilience all wrong?Resilience in academia often pressures individuals to suppress emotions, neglecting systemic flaws.
'Researching climate change feels like standing in the path of an approaching train'Climate researchers face significant mental health challenges stemming from their understanding of environmental changes and inadequate political responses.
Mind matters: investigating academia's 'mental health crisis'Academia is facing a mental health crisis, impacting the wellbeing of researchers and necessitating support and systemic change.
'Do I need to lead this lifestyle to succeed?' The mental health crises that forced faculty members to change tackFaculty experience significant mental health challenges in academia, often overlooked in discussions.Mentors can promote healthier practices by sharing their own mental health journeys.
How academia's 'lone wolf' culture is harming researcher mental healthThe academic landscape needs to change by fostering group support and providing genuine mental health resources.
How to bring health and happiness to your labAcademia poses significant mental health challenges, but there are solutions to promote well-being among researchers.
'I was told to toughen up': is academia getting resilience all wrong?Resilience in academia often pressures individuals to suppress emotions, neglecting systemic flaws.
'Researching climate change feels like standing in the path of an approaching train'Climate researchers face significant mental health challenges stemming from their understanding of environmental changes and inadequate political responses.
Mind matters: investigating academia's 'mental health crisis'Academia is facing a mental health crisis, impacting the wellbeing of researchers and necessitating support and systemic change.
'Do I need to lead this lifestyle to succeed?' The mental health crises that forced faculty members to change tackFaculty experience significant mental health challenges in academia, often overlooked in discussions.Mentors can promote healthier practices by sharing their own mental health journeys.
No DEI. No 'transgender movement.' No women's studies. Trump World wants to 'reclaim' universities.Trumpian conservatives are mobilizing to reshape higher education, claiming it is influenced by leftist ideologies at the expense of traditional values.
More than 40% of postdocs leave academia, study revealsOver 40% of postdoctoral researchers leave academia, with postdoc training being critical for securing faculty positions.
Conservatives in the Academy II: DEI for Conservatives?Conservative faculty recruitment may require financial incentives and care in ensuring ideological alignment.Persuading conservatives to enter academia poses challenges regarding self-interest and potential bias.
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences' newly-named dean to serve in dual roleDr. David J. Christini has been appointed as the new Dean of the School of Graduate Studies at SUNY Downstate, emphasizing research and training.Dr. Christini will serve in a dual role, continuing his work in advancing research initiatives while leading the graduate studies program.
University Leadership Suggest Using AI to Replace Striking Grad StudentsGenerative AI suggested to replace striking graduate students.Use of AI tools in academia causing controversy.
No DEI. No 'transgender movement.' No women's studies. Trump World wants to 'reclaim' universities.Trumpian conservatives are mobilizing to reshape higher education, claiming it is influenced by leftist ideologies at the expense of traditional values.
More than 40% of postdocs leave academia, study revealsOver 40% of postdoctoral researchers leave academia, with postdoc training being critical for securing faculty positions.
Conservatives in the Academy II: DEI for Conservatives?Conservative faculty recruitment may require financial incentives and care in ensuring ideological alignment.Persuading conservatives to enter academia poses challenges regarding self-interest and potential bias.
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences' newly-named dean to serve in dual roleDr. David J. Christini has been appointed as the new Dean of the School of Graduate Studies at SUNY Downstate, emphasizing research and training.Dr. Christini will serve in a dual role, continuing his work in advancing research initiatives while leading the graduate studies program.
University Leadership Suggest Using AI to Replace Striking Grad StudentsGenerative AI suggested to replace striking graduate students.Use of AI tools in academia causing controversy.
Does Marxism Rule the Academy?The claim that colleges are dominated by Marxist indoctrination is exaggerated; professors are largely politically liberal, not necessarily Marxist.
In Its Fight Against Fascism, Israeli Academia Remains Blind to a Basic TruthThe divide between Israeli academics and activists underscores conflicting responses to national crises, revealing a deeper societal rift.
Don Turcotte, professor emeritus, tectonics pioneer, dies at 92 | Cornell ChronicleDon Turcotte, influential geoscientist and engineer, passed away at age 92, remembered for his innovative work in mantle dynamics and extensive contributions to geoscience.
Trump's mineral grab has all the elements of an earworm | Brief lettersRare earth elements are crucial for technology and foreign policy, highlighting geopolitical tensions and economic implications.
Selena Gomez Over Hobbes, or How To Be Successful in AcademiaTrue academic success transcends publications and titles, emphasizing kindness in the competitive landscape of academia.
Silent Catastrophes by WG Sebald review academic writing at its most sterileThe posthumous essays in 'Silent Catastrophes' are convoluted and unoriginal, disappointing fans of Sebald's narrative style.
Will AI Destroy the Academy? I: Cheating with AIAI tools like Microsoft Copilot might encourage academic dishonesty, raising concerns over the integrity of educational institutions.
Reliant's paper-scouring AI takes on science's data drudgery | TechCrunchAI can alleviate time-consuming data extraction tasks in research and academia, enhancing productivity and reducing errors.
Will AI Destroy the Academy? I: Cheating with AIAI tools like Microsoft Copilot might encourage academic dishonesty, raising concerns over the integrity of educational institutions.
Reliant's paper-scouring AI takes on science's data drudgery | TechCrunchAI can alleviate time-consuming data extraction tasks in research and academia, enhancing productivity and reducing errors.
Rishi Sunak returns to alma mater with new Oxford and Stanford fellowshipsRishi Sunak begins a new academic chapter at Oxford and Stanford focusing on global challenges.
Former PM Sunak takes up Oxford and Stanford rolesRishi Sunak is returning to academia, joining University of Oxford and Stanford's Hoover Institution for new roles.
Rishi Sunak returns to alma mater with new Oxford and Stanford fellowshipsRishi Sunak begins a new academic chapter at Oxford and Stanford focusing on global challenges.
Former PM Sunak takes up Oxford and Stanford rolesRishi Sunak is returning to academia, joining University of Oxford and Stanford's Hoover Institution for new roles.
Richard Rathbone obituaryRichard Rathbone was a respected professor of African history whose engaging teaching inspired many students and his notable work highlighted crucial historical narratives.
Mathematician Al Schatz dies at 90 | Cornell ChronicleAlfred H. Schatz was a distinguished mathematician known for his expertise in finite element methods and contributions to solving complex partial differential equations.
Memorial Minute for Dale Weldeau Jorgenson, 89 - Harvard GazetteDale Jorgenson reshaped economics through innovative modeling and empirical research, leaving an enduring legacy on the field and economic policy.
Richard Rathbone obituaryRichard Rathbone was a respected professor of African history whose engaging teaching inspired many students and his notable work highlighted crucial historical narratives.
Mathematician Al Schatz dies at 90 | Cornell ChronicleAlfred H. Schatz was a distinguished mathematician known for his expertise in finite element methods and contributions to solving complex partial differential equations.
Memorial Minute for Dale Weldeau Jorgenson, 89 - Harvard GazetteDale Jorgenson reshaped economics through innovative modeling and empirical research, leaving an enduring legacy on the field and economic policy.
A path to wellness for women of color in higher ed (opinion)The article emphasizes the importance of slow living for women of color academics to promote well-being and counteract burnout.
How influencers and algorithms mobilize propaganda - and distort realityMisinformation researchers face significant ideological attacks, especially with the rise of the internet and social media.Social media propagandists can significantly shape public opinion on critical topics, undermining scientific evidence.
Renee DiResta, researcher: The problem is not misinformation, but people who only want information that makes them feel comfortable and happy'Renee DiResta highlights the growing trend of disinformation and its impact on individuals and institutions, revealing the challenges faced by academia.
How influencers and algorithms mobilize propaganda - and distort realityMisinformation researchers face significant ideological attacks, especially with the rise of the internet and social media.Social media propagandists can significantly shape public opinion on critical topics, undermining scientific evidence.
Renee DiResta, researcher: The problem is not misinformation, but people who only want information that makes them feel comfortable and happy'Renee DiResta highlights the growing trend of disinformation and its impact on individuals and institutions, revealing the challenges faced by academia.
Charles Barkley Roasts Shaq Over Legitimacy of Honorary Doctorates: You've Been in College for 30 Years!'Barkley disputes the validity of honorary doctorates, insisting they do not equate to earned degrees during a playful debate with O'Neal.
Defining genocide: how a rift over Gaza sparked a crisis among scholarsThe recent reports by Amnesty and Human Rights Watch reignite the complex debate around genocide definitions amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
How I put LinkedIn to work for my career as a scientist and entrepreneurThe author found unexpected success on LinkedIn after initially dismissing the platform, highlighting the importance of adapting networking strategies for career growth.
I fled the war in Ukraine. Now I work on ways to help the country's soil healBuilding international networks proved crucial for survival and ongoing research amidst crisis.
'I get paid for my outputs, not because I am Maori': why Indigenous researchers often face double dutyAmanda Black advocates for the integration of Indigenous values in research while promoting diversity and equity in the scientific community.
Worryingly high prevalence of retraction among top-cited researchersThe 2023 Stanford List reveals concerning levels of retractions among highly-cited researchers, highlighting issues of research integrity.
Why Is Innovation Rare in Academia?Academia's culture of risk aversion and rigid structures hinder true innovation and creative thinking.
Art and Big Ideas are not strange bedfellows - Harvard GazetteArt and academia share a common foundation in exploring challenging questions to enhance knowledge and creativity.
Why Is Innovation Rare in Academia?Academia's culture of risk aversion and rigid structures hinder true innovation and creative thinking.
Art and Big Ideas are not strange bedfellows - Harvard GazetteArt and academia share a common foundation in exploring challenging questions to enhance knowledge and creativity.
Updates to Graduate Program listingThe blog updates its Graduate Programs in Chinese Philosophy page with recent faculty changes and encourages community involvement for further updates.
Black women on the academic tightrope: four scholars weigh inMisogynoir significantly impacts Black women's professional opportunities and experiences, particularly in academia.
A former professor recommends becoming an academic editor (opinion)Freelance editing offers a fulfilling alternative for academics seeking happiness after leaving their tenure-track positions.
Academics say flying to meetings harms the climate - but they carry onMany academics recognize the environmental impact of air travel but continue to fly for meetings, illustrating a conflict between awareness and behavior.
Gender bias might be working at level of whole disciplinesGender bias may affect entire research fields, not just individual applications, influencing funding and performance evaluation negatively as female representation increases.
Unchanged power dynamics still block progress for under-represented groups in academiaEfforts to increase diversity in Dutch academia have not led to significant progress for women and minority ethnic groups in senior positions.
Gender bias might be working at level of whole disciplinesGender bias may affect entire research fields, not just individual applications, influencing funding and performance evaluation negatively as female representation increases.
Unchanged power dynamics still block progress for under-represented groups in academiaEfforts to increase diversity in Dutch academia have not led to significant progress for women and minority ethnic groups in senior positions.
Christian colleges invite Jewish students to their 'safe' campuses amid heated anti-Israel protestsChristian universities invite Jewish students amid anti-Israel protests.
Bad intercultural communication is hobbling academia fix it for research equityEffective communication is crucial in academia, especially for scholars from marginalized communities and lower-income countries.
The US Congress is taking on AI -this computer scientist is helpingRegulation of AI is growing in the US, leading to AI scientists providing technical advice for proposed laws on AI in Congress.
How is generative AI changing education? - Harvard GazetteSymposium discussed the impact of generative AI on academia.
How bioinformatics led one scientist home to LithuaniaJuozas GordeviÄius founded a data-science company in the US before returning to Vilnius.
Elite schools turning into Hamas University as antisemitism runs rampantHigher education institutions facing extremism challenges
'Maybe I was never meant to be in science': how imposter syndrome seizes scientist mothersWomen in Latin America face challenges balancing family and career in academia.Penalization of women for having children impacts their career progression.
What It Takes To Write A Top-Notch Legal ThrillerBestselling author James Patterson collaborated with an attorney for his latest legal thriller.The co-author is experienced in both law and academia.
Washington's Folger Museum should stop making Shakespeare 'woke'The Folger Museum aims to integrate race-focused viewpoints into Shakespearean promotion, challenging traditional perceptions and narratives.
The Best Podcasts of 2024 (So Far)The importance of fun, light-hearted podcasts in academia and the enjoyment they can bring to listeners.
Sharks Don't Sink. And Neither Does She.Jasmin Graham challenges stereotypes about sharks and underrepresented scientists, inspiring diversity and inclusion in shark science.
With McQueen and AAU in the rearview, Simon Ungless relishes his printmaking revivalSimon Ungless left Academy of Art University after 29 years to focus on his own work and sustainable clothing label.