A new study from the University of Kansas reveals that older college students who work full-time while studying tend to have higher graduation rates and better retention. The research, which analyzed over 7,000 post-traditional students, found that being older and working full-time positively predicted six-year graduation rates, while ...
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalThe Journal of Continuing Higher Education·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 4, 2026
A three-year study by the University of Plymouth is investigating why fewer overseas-trained doctors become GPs and consultants in the NHS. The project seeks solutions at individual, trust, and national levels to support international medical graduates' career progression.
GenAI tools risk eroding medical students' critical thinking skills while reinforcing data bias and inequity. Medical educators must adjust curricula to mitigate these risks, warns an editorial in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine.
SourceBMJ Group·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateDec 2, 2025
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A study by University of California, Santa Cruz, analysis found that the US exceeded its goal of producing one million more STEM graduates over a decade.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalJournal of Microbiology and Biology Education·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 5, 2025
Education researchers at KU identify seven key problems in the field, including reviewer burnout and overgeneralizing. They propose transforming research by considering ethical, equitable, and sociotechnical inquiry and democratizing research through student involvement.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalECNU Review of Education·TypeMeta-analysis·DateSep 22, 2025
Six Japan-led programs will be presented at the Science Summit UNGA80, addressing global challenges such as food and water security, rare diseases, inclusive education, and research ethics. The programs are open to a global audience and offer free registration.
SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·DateSep 8, 2025
The Masonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) has selected 13 undergraduate students for its highly competitive Summer Fellowship program. The students will engage in hands-on research using state-of-the-art techniques and participate in professional development workshops.
SourceMasonic Medical Research Institute·DateJul 7, 2025
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Student researchers from UTA present their original research at various conferences, including the American Chemistry Society conference and Pittcon Conference. This provides opportunities for them to network with professionals and potential employers, as well as gain hands-on experience in their field.
Rice University will offer a Bachelor of Science in artificial intelligence beginning in the fall of 2025. The new major provides a cohesive program covering various approaches to AI and incorporates disciplines outside of engineering.
The University of Texas at Arlington's McNair Scholars Program has selected 23 students to pursue academic research careers. The program provides opportunities for students to work with internationally recognized researchers and gain essential skills for graduate studies.
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The most selective US universities have nearly closed the gender gap in physics, engineering, and computer science degrees, while less selective institutions have seen it widen. Women's representation in these fields is approaching parity at highly selective universities.
SourceNew York University·JournalScience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 21, 2024
A recent study led by the Institute for Systems Biology highlights the transformative power of informal STEM learning, offering practical insights into co-creating experiences with students. The research shows significant gains among high school students participating in in-person and remote informal STEM programs.
SourceInstitute for Systems Biology·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·DateMar 6, 2024
A new study suggests that rewarding women for their work in computer science similar to what men receive could help reduce the gender wage gap. According to researchers, controlling for other factors, women working in CS jobs earn 91 cents for every dollar a man makes.
SourceCornell University·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 6, 2023
Female STEM doctoral students are less likely to become new inventors compared to their male counterparts during PhD training. Faculty advisors play a critical role in training new inventors, with top inventor faculty members increasing the probability of filing the first patent by 23%. The research highlights a 'leaky pipeline' of fem...
SourceMIT Sloan School of Management·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 28, 2023
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The University of Missouri is launching a five-year, $3 million doctoral training program to prepare the next generation of scientists and engineers for emerging fields like materials science and data science. The program aims to empower future workers with both technical expertise and data-driven insights.
The new report shows increased representation of women, Black, Hispanic, American Indian, and Alaska Native people in STEM jobs over the past decade, but those groups remain underrepresented compared to their overall distribution. The report highlights progress in diversity and equity in STEM education and careers.
A recent UNLV-led study discovered that women enthusiastically embraced live chat during pandemic Zoom classes, with ratings showing significantly higher engagement than men. The researchers hope this data can help colleges incorporate technology into hybrid and in-person courses to increase underrepresented groups' access to STEM fields.
SourceUniversity of Nevada, Las Vegas·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 19, 2022
The Stevens ACES program has been awarded a $750,000 grant to expand its STEM education initiatives in underserved communities. The program provides full-tuition scholarships and academic support to high school students from these communities, with a remarkable success record for inspiring students to pursue STEM careers.
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The €15.7 million AUFRANDE project aims to generate industry-relevant research by employing 64 early career doctoral researchers from French and Australian universities. Researchers will receive training and support, including annual workshops and group events, to foster high-performing early-stage researchers.
A new chapter explores how bringing arts to STEM fields can help students explore their interests and understand representation in children's literature. The exercise, which paired picture book creation with first-year writing lessons, led to changes in students' views on diversity and inclusion.
A recent study found that many researchers overlook the importance of weighting and sample design in survey data, leading to incorrect estimates. The American Statistical Association has identified this issue as a systemic problem, with only half of secondary analyses accounting for weighting.
A new study found that eighth-grade science teachers without an educational background in science are less likely to practice inquiry-oriented science instruction, a pedagogical approach developed by the National Research Council. This research suggests that U.S. middle-grades students may lag behind global peers in scientific literacy...
SourceUniversity of Vermont·JournalThe Elementary School Journal·DateJun 30, 2018
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