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Changing the currency

June 18, 2023 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 3 Comments

We need to reduce the emphasis on first-author papers in academic career progression. 

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There at the birth (a short guide to reviewing scientific papers)

January 30, 2022December 15, 2025 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 1 Comment

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Caravaggio, “Nativity with St. Francis and St. Lawrence”

Being asked to review a paper is one of the biggest but commonest responsibilities a scientist has to take on. Here are some tips for how to go about it. Continue reading →

Top, quality?

September 26, 2021 ~ Brooke Morriswood ~ 2 Comments

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Leonardo da Vinci, “L’Ultima Cena”

A small linguistic adjustment could make a big difference to how we view academic performance. Continue reading →

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