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International Science Council releases paper on protecting science in times of crisis
Baseline plan for international demonstrator covers changes to materials and phased installation
Investment increase aims to offset global drop in development aid, foundation says
Both parties agree that cooperation can help address key challenges
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Going over the European Research Council’s rationale for its recent modifications
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Eligibility to the Humboldt Foundation’s residency programme is not limited by geography or discipline
An academy of sciences for Pacific nations could prevent brain drain and forge international ties
Or how the study of medieval elephant husbandry can open unforeseen possibilities
First scientific state-of-play report on advanced AI safety due in spring, following UK summit
An appendix to the two-part series on spotting and sharing info on research funding calls
Former world leaders warn that negotiations have stalled amid competing global crises
International partnership looks to make impact with its final call
Lisa Jardine Grants allow researchers valuable access to Royal Society and nearby collections
Part two of two on how to spot and share info on research funding calls
Part one of two on how to spot and share info on research funding calls
Remaining researchers are leaving the profession in droves, or spending less time on their work
Why research managers and academic leaders need a holistic approach when choosing funding opportunities
RPN Live: Experts discuss the gap between what researchers expect and what can be provided
Former Rwandan science minister brought “unwavering dedication” to the Trieste-based organisation, president says
Insights from a Research Professional News survey into the evolving global landscape for research services
Research Professional News survey reveals concerns over pressure to publish, predatory journals and culture issues
Agreements include commitment to accelerating development of safe and responsible artificial intelligence
Early career researchers can build networks around societal challenges through Europe’s Institutes for Advanced Study
Global Food Security Summit in London hears of plans for new virtual research centre
The second of two articles on fostering valuable interdisciplinary collaborations
Ethiopia-based facility to expand pathogen research and epidemiology in Africa
Delegates slam “infuriating” travel challenges and call for meetings to be held in welcoming countries
More of the world’s most referenced researchers are now based in mainland China
Germany and Japan buck trends as 2022 sets record for number of applications
The first of two articles on fostering valuable interdisciplinary collaborations
Research expenditure barely reached half the target set in 2018 before the Covid outbreak
Knowledge synthesis grants are open to researchers linking with Canadian peers for the first time
US launches AI safety institute, mirroring UK announcement, with nations agreeing to research network
Scholars at Risk warns that attacks on higher education are eroding academic freedom globally
The first of two articles about taking on responsibilities as an early career academic
A “cold, hard look at yourself” is necessary before a Consolidator Grant bid, advises winner