How academia’s ‘lone wolf’ culture is harming researcher mental health

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How to thrive in science when you move abroad

Among the barriers faced by researchers who move abroad to develop their careers is a so-called “hidden curriculum,” says Sonali Majumdar, whose book, Thriving as an International Scientist, was published last year.Navigating these unwritten rules that cover social norms and cult ...  Show more

How procrastination can rob you of career fulfilment in science

Simon May describes his 2025 book Jump! as a new approach to conquering procrastination. Unlike self-help manuals that urge readers to break tasks down into manageable chunks with clear deadlines, May digs into the philosophy of why we put things off. He also explores not only wh ...  Show more

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