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TIR silent auction 2018 – original artworks on sale!

November 22, 2018November 22, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ Leave a comment

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Our 3rd auction of Oliver’s amazing artworks is underway.  Continue reading →

Great scientists, great moustaches II (a Movember posting)

November 19, 2018August 11, 2026 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 9 Comments

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For a second year running, we take an appreciative look at some great minds, and the moustaches that went (just) before them. Continue reading →

On message (a short guide to getting started in science communication)

November 15, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment

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TIR offers a few tips for people thinking about getting involved in science communication. Continue reading →

The selfish case for teaching

November 11, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment
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Joseph Wright of Derby, “Academy by lamplight”

Scientists have more to gain from teaching than they often realise. Continue reading →

The wisdom of dinosaurs

October 30, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ Leave a comment
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The elder members of scientific communities are a valuable repository of accumulated knowledge. Continue reading →

Professional masochists

October 23, 2018October 23, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments
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Getting feedback is never easy. But the gain is always worth the pain.  Continue reading →

Beating the odds

October 18, 2018October 18, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments
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Anthony van Dyck, “Charles I with M. de St. Antoine”

Should there be a handicapping system when it comes to the allocation of research funds? Continue reading →

A Bosman ruling for science (new EMBOlism)

October 8, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ Leave a comment
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Should there be transfer fees for scientists as well as footballers?

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Paper Diplomacy

October 1, 2018January 26, 2022 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments
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What we say and what we mean in our responses to reviewers. Continue reading →

Setting up shop (a short guide to starting a research group)

September 18, 2018 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments
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Starting your own research group is a daunting proposition. TIR offers some pointers to help you on your way… Continue reading →

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