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Science policy education should start on campus

A new guide published by UC Santa Barbara Assistant Professor Alexandra Phillips aims to help universities support student interests in ocean policy. The recommendations cover strategies for faculty, departments, and institutions to foster policy literacy among students, applicable across various fields and disciplines.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·Journalnpj Ocean Sustainability·DateFeb 12, 2026

Badged up for success

Graduate students at MUSC are earning digital badges in science communications, highlighting their ability to explain complex scientific concepts to the public. This program is part of a larger shift towards providing graduate students with valuable skills that apply to multiple career paths in science.

SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalJournal of Clinical and Translational Science·TypeSurvey·DateJan 27, 2026

The Great Bear Rainforest nature writing retreat

Aspiring nature writers will participate in a unique workshop and ecotour in the remote Smith Inlet, led by Lesley Evans Ogden. The program offers daily writing coaching and feedback sessions, with optional one-on-one coaching, and includes accommodations, meals, and wildlife tours.

SourceNature Writing in the Great Bear Rainforest·DateJan 13, 2026
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Few tenure-track jobs for engineering PhDs

Engineering PhD graduates have a low chance of securing a tenure-track faculty position, with an average annual likelihood of 12.4%. Alternative career tracks in government and industry are recommended to match student expectations with the realities of the job market.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateMay 7, 2024
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

What drives students to take up teaching? New study explores aspirations and challenges faced by prospective teachers in Japan

A new study in Japan explores the motivations of undergraduate students pursuing a teaching career, finding that positive school experiences and intrinsic value are major drivers. The research also highlights the challenges faced by aspiring teachers, including demanding skills and social pressures.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalInternational Journal of Educational Research Open·TypeSurvey·DateMar 7, 2024

Wives' Impact On Men's Careers Depends On Attitudes, Finances

Research suggests that the impact of wives on their husbands' career choices is influenced by both financial considerations and attitudes. Women who are committed to working have more influence on their husbands' career choices than those who identify as homemakers. The study also found that men with traditional gender role beliefs are...

SourceOhio State University·JournalSocial Science Research·DateNov 3, 1998