It’s here at last: hard evidence that small research groups do more original work. Continue reading
Funding
Learning the lingo
Should there be a kind of “jury service” for young faculty on grant funding panels? Continue reading
Beating the odds
Should there be a handicapping system when it comes to the allocation of research funds? Continue reading
Angels with dirty faces
Getting research funding is like playing a casino, but it’s not just the house that holds the aces. Continue reading
Blockbuster science vs Arthouse science
Are young scientists being encouraged to emulate Michael Bay? Continue reading
The art of refereeing
Could rugby teach scientists how to approach the review process?
On the night before the England rugby team attempt to win a first Six Nations grand slam since 2003, it seemed appropriate to have a rugby-themed posting. For those who are not fans of the game with the funny-shaped ball, bear with me… Continue reading
