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Tips and Tricks guides for writing and responding to peer reviews now available
A new editorial provides guidance on writing constructive peer reviews, emphasizing key takeaways such as 'picking battles' and maintaining professional courtesy. The guidance aims to elevate scientific data quality while mitigating impacts on authors' reputation and mental wellbeing.
Hormone health climbs the policy agenda as endocrine leaders meet for European Society of Endocrinology’s first Summit of the Presidents
The summit brought together endocrine leaders to identify opportunities to work closely together on increasing the visibility of endocrine health in policy decisions. Early findings from a workforce survey revealed challenges including long patient waiting times and retention concerns among early-career clinicians.
Announcing the 2026 Laureates of the Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in Israel
Three young scientists in Israel have been awarded the prestigious Blavatnik Awards for their innovative research in chemistry, cancer biology, and astrophysics. Sergey Semenov, Uri Ben-David, and Paz Beniamini will each receive US$100,000 to advance their projects on complex materials, cancer treatments, and extreme cosmic events.
Dr. Hannah Cabré appointed assistant professor and director of the Aging, Gynecology, and Endocrinology Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical
Dr. Hannah Cabré has been appointed as an Assistant Professor and Director of the Aging, Gynecology, and Endocrinology Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. Her research focuses on the role of female sex hormones in shaping nutrition, health, and performance across the lifespan.
NCCN Foundation announces annual awards to support future leaders for cancer innovation
The NCCN Foundation recognizes five young investigators for their promising research on cancer innovation, providing $100,000 grants to advance their work and strengthen the pipeline for cancer success.
Neuroscientist from US-Mexico border dismantles science’s class problem from the inside
Dr. Cazares co-founded Colors of the Brain and advocated for GRE removal to support students from underprivileged backgrounds. He aims to bring neuroscience to underserved communities through portable, affordable, and non-invasive methods.
Three women named Britain’s Brightest Young Scientists, each winning ‘unrestricted’ £100,000 Blavatnik Awards prize
The Blavatnik Awards recognize exceptional early-career achievements in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Physical Sciences & Engineering. The 2026 Laureates are Maxie M. Roessler, Thi Hoang Duong Nguyen, and Paola Pinilla.
The Biophysical Journal names Denis V. Titov the 2025 Paper of the Year-Early Career Investigator awardee
Denis V. Titov's paper, published in Biophysical Journal, presents a detailed biophysical model of glycolysis, solving a complex problem and providing insight into cell energy metabolism. The award recognizes outstanding early career work in biophysics.
Four NYU faculty win Sloan Foundation research fellowships
Four NYU faculty members have been awarded Sloan Research Fellowships for their groundbreaking work in brain injury, organic chemistry, computing, and software. Since 1955, 102 NYU faculty members have been selected as recipients, including this year's 126 fellows.
Weill Cornell physician-scientists recognized with ASCI early-career awards
Two Weill Cornell physician-scientists, Dr. Semra Etyemez and Dr. Jesse Platt, have been awarded prestigious early-career awards from the American Society for Clinical Investigation (ASCI) for their outstanding research in obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry, and gastroenterology. The ASCI recognizes and supports the scientific effor...
Hidden struggles: Cambridge scientists share the truth behind their success
A new book reveals personal tales from successful scientists who overcame insecurities, health issues, and cultural norms to achieve their goals. The stories highlight that self-doubt is a common part of the scientific experience, but with support and resilience, it's possible to overcome.
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.
Stem Cell Reports seeks early career editors to join the editorial board
The journal is seeking early-career scientists to serve on its editorial team, providing hands-on experience and mentorship. Selected members will play an active role in shaping the journal's scientific vision and community engagement.
American Pediatric Society announces Vanderbilt University School of Medicine as host institution for APS Howland Visiting Professor Program
The American Pediatric Society has reinstated the APS Howland Visiting Professor Program at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, enabling renowned pediatric leader Bonnie W. Ramsey, MD, to share her expertise and engage with academic professionals.
Sense about Science and Taylor & Francis launch research integrity toolkit for early career researchers
The new research integrity toolkit, created with and for early career researchers, addresses common questions and provides practical advice to avoid integrity pitfalls. The comprehensive guide covers the principles of research integrity, including determining authorship credit, understanding plagiarism, and handling integrity concerns.
2025 Joseph A. Johnson Award goes to Morgan State University assistant professor Stacyann Nelson
Stacyann Nelson, an assistant professor at Morgan State University, has been awarded the 2025 Joseph A. Johnson Award for Excellence in physics research and mentorship. Her research focuses on understanding fundamental properties of hadronic matter at high energies, while inspiring students to become leaders in physics research.
American Pediatric Society announces election of 2026 members
The American Pediatric Society (APS) has elected 92 new members to join its esteemed community, recognizing child health leaders with extraordinary achievement. The APS Howland Gala will formally recognize the new members during the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2026 Meeting in Boston on April 24-27, 2026.
New EndoCompass Research Roadmap calls for coordinated investment to tackle Europe’s hormone health challenge
The European Society of Endocrinology has released the EndoCompass Research Roadmap, a major new initiative to align research efforts and improve funding strategies for hormone-related health challenges. The roadmap identifies specific research needs across eight endocrine specialties and five cross-cutting areas.
Trailblazing Young Scientists honored with $250,000 prizes at Blavatnik National Awards Gala
Three young scientists received top honors at the 2025 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists, each receiving a $250,000 prize for their innovative work on critical global issues. The awards recognize exceptional scientific achievement and innovation by U.S.-based researchers under 42 years old.
Placental research may transform our understanding of autism and human brain evolution
Dr. Alex Tsompanidis proposes placental hormone production shaped human cognitive capabilities, redefining autism origins and neurodiversity. His research could lead to screening protocols and support for children with developmental differences.
King’s College London researcher advances psychiatric genomics through pioneering polygenic scoring innovations
Dr Oliver Pain develops GenoPred platform advancing personalized mental healthcare worldwide through accessible genetic tools, democratizing access to cutting-edge genomic methodologies. His work aims to reduce global health inequities by developing inclusive polygenic scoring methods that perform accurately across all ancestry groups.
6 Binghamton University, State University of New York faculty members win $4.4 million in CAREER Awards from National Science Foundation
Binghamton University faculty have received over $4.4 million in National Science Foundation CAREER Awards to pursue innovative research in various fields. The awards recognize academics who have the potential to serve as role models and leaders in research and education.
Mount Sinai researcher decodes brain and body communication that drives aging and depression
Aging and depression are linked to complex brain-body communication, with organs aging at different rates and influencing disease susceptibility. Dr. Hamilton Oh's research reveals how immune cells and metabolic organs amplify or dampen mood symptoms, offering novel therapeutic targets.
Dr. Xuyu Qian's breakthrough analysis of 18 million brain cells advances understanding of human brain development
Dr. Xuyu Qian's pioneering research using MERFISH technology created an unprecedented developmental atlas of the human cerebral cortex, analyzing over 18 million single cells. His work aims to identify mechanisms disrupted in conditions like malformations and autism spectrum disorder.
Brazilian researcher explores centenarian stem cells for aging insights
A Brazilian researcher is studying induced pluripotent stem cells from centenarians to understand cellular resilience in COVID-19 survivors. The study aims to identify key cellular pathways that influence longevity and potentially contribute to therapeutic approaches for age-related diseases.
Stanford researcher develops machine learning models to decode brain aging at cellular level
Dr. Eric Sun's groundbreaking work uses spatial aging clocks to measure biological age at the individual cell level, identifying specific cell types that drive brain aging in neighboring tissues. His machine learning models reveal complex intercellular communication networks that determine aging rates.
Psilocybin enters gastroenterology: First-ever psychedelic study targets treatment-resistant IBS
A pioneering research brings psychedelic medicine into gastroenterology, exploring psilocybin's effects on treatment-resistant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Dr. Erin E. Mauney's study modulates interoception and uses integrated therapy sessions with neuroimaging to track brain changes.
2025 Laureates of the prestigious Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in Israel announced
Three Israeli scientists will each receive US$100,000 for their innovative work in Life Sciences, Chemical Sciences, and Physical Sciences & Engineering. The Blavatnik Awards recognize outstanding young scientists at the early stages of their careers.
NFCR congratulates Dr. Robert C. Bast, Jr. on receiving the AACR-Daniel D. Von Hoff Award for Outstanding Contributions to Education and Training in Cancer Research
Dr. Robert C. Bast, Jr., a pioneer in cancer science, receives the AACR-Daniel D. Von Hoff Award for his decades-long dedication to nurturing the next generation of cancer research leaders. His groundbreaking discoveries have saved countless lives and transformed ovarian cancer detection and management.
Sound wave research for breast cancer receives $5.5 million
University of Virginia researcher Natasha D. Sheybani has received a $5.5 million grant to advance her research on focused ultrasound technology for breast cancer immunotherapy. Her work aims to enhance the safety, effectiveness, and precision of immunotherapy drugs.
Stem cell scientists earn poster awards at ISSCR’s Athens International Symposium on Neural Stem Cells
Alice Rossi, Angeliki Spathopoulou, and Gareth D. Chapman received the ISSCR Outstanding Poster Award for their innovative work on quiescent neural stem cells, neural stem/progenitor cell populations, and epigenetic dysregulation in Tatton-Brown-Rahman-Syndrome.
Human Frontier Science Program: Research grants awarded to 104 of the most pioneering scientists from 30 nations
The Human Frontier Science Program has awarded 2025 Research Grants and Accelerator Awards to 104 of the world's most innovative scientists, spanning 30 nations. The grants support research on epigenetics, tick-borne diseases, and other life science topics.
Britain’s brightest young scientists named at Blavatnik Awards gala, each winning £100,000 (US$126,000) prize
The Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in the UK recognize promising scientists under 42 for their work on pressing issues. The three winners are tackling infant mortality, green manufacturing, and predicting long-term climate change. Their prize-winning research will receive £100,000 in unrestricted funds.
Researcher measures microplastics' massive changes on the micro world
Scientists are studying how microplastics affect microbial communities in ponds, with potential implications for carbon cycling and the global biosphere. Microbes have adapted to plastic surfaces, which could impact aquatic environments.
The Center for Open Science welcomes Daniel Correa and Amanda Kay Montoya to its Board of Directors
The Center for Open Science welcomes Daniel Correa and Amanda Kay Montoya to its Board of Directors, bringing expertise in science policy, innovation, and research methodology. Their appointments strengthen COS's mission to increase openness, integrity, and reproducibility in scientific research.
UC Irvine assistant professor Lauren Albrecht named 2025 Sloan Foundation Research Fellow
Lauren Albrecht, a UC Irvine assistant professor of pharmaceutical sciences, has been recognized as a 2025 Sloan Research Fellow for her groundbreaking work in cell and chemical biology. Her research on methylation in lysosomal proteolysis holds promise for new therapeutic strategies and implications in genetic heart disease.
Presidential awards spotlight naval research excellence
The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory's four PECASE recipients made groundbreaking contributions to next-generation energy storage and solid fuel combustion, expanding the nation's energy density portable energy storage capabilities and optimizing propulsion systems.
PhRMA Foundation welcomes two board members
The PhRMA Foundation has appointed Dr. John C. Reed and Dr. Donatello Crocetta to its Board of Directors, bringing expertise in innovative medicine and medical strategy. The new additions aim to foster groundbreaking research and support the next generation of scientists.
Announcing the winners of the 5th annual Rising Black Scientists Awards
The Rising Black Scientists Awards recognize four winners who have harnessed features of their lives to inspire their career and uplift communities. The awardees include Jheannelle Johnson, Victor Ekuta, Kenna Gloria Agbugba, and Nyasha Milanzi, who will receive $10,000 for their science and a travel grant.
Early career excellence in neurodegenerative research
Bess Frost, director of Brown University's Center for Alzheimer’s Disease Research, received the 2025 Rainwater Prize for her groundbreaking findings on tau toxicity and retrotransposons. Her work may lead to new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s and tauopathies.
Lehigh University Professor Hannah Dailey receives Presidential Early Career Award
Hannah Dailey, an associate professor of mechanical engineering at Lehigh University, has been recognized with the Presidential Early Career Award (PECASE) for her innovative research on fracture healing. Her virtual mechanical test can identify nonunions early in the healing process, allowing for earlier surgical intervention.
Cracks in Greenland Ice Sheet grow more rapidly in response to climate change
Researchers found significant increases in crevasses at fast-flowing glaciers, with some sectors experiencing a 25% increase. This accelerated crevassing could further speed up the mechanisms behind the loss of ice from Greenland.
PECASE winners: 3 UVA engineering professors receive presidential early career awards
Three UVA engineering professors, James T. Burns, Coleen Carrigan, and Liheng Cai, have received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) from President Biden. The award recognizes their innovative work in science and technology, including Burns' research on material fracture under unique conditions and...
US Department of Energy announces Early Career Research Program for FY 2025
The DOE Office of Science will award over $80 million to early career researchers across the US, supporting five years of research at universities, national laboratories, and user facilities. The program aims to drive innovation and breakthrough discoveries through basic science enterprise.
Santa Maria, dean of Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston, receives Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers
Diane Santa Maria, dean of Cizik School of Nursing at UTHealth Houston, has received a Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. Her innovative research program focuses on HIV prevention among youth experiencing homelessness.
Stem Cell Reports seeks applications for its Early Career Scientist Editorial Board
Stem Cell Reports, an open access journal of the International Society for Stem Cell Research, is seeking highly motivated early career scientists to join its Early Career Scientist Editorial Board. The selected members will have the opportunity to shape the journal's editorial direction and promote stem cell research.
SwRI’s Lisa Upton awarded prestigious solar physics prize
Dr. Lisa Upton received the 2025 Karen Harvey Prize for advancing our understanding of the solar corona and improving solar cycle predictions. She is a leading advocate for a solar polar mission to explore the last uncharted regions of the Sun's atmosphere.
HHMI names 25 new Hanna Gray fellows
The Howard Hughes Medical Institute has named 25 new Hanna Gray Fellows, investing up to $1.5 million in each scientist for eight years. This support enables them to pursue challenging questions at the forefront of their fields, driving progress in areas like cancer treatment and animal evolution.
David D. O’Keefe, Ph.D., named vice president of research development at Sanford Burnham Prebys
David D. O’Keefe has been named vice president of research development at Sanford Burnham Prebys, bringing his expertise to nurture a culture of grant writing and collaboration. He will support new assistant professors and advance the institute’s mission by identifying research trends and developing funding strategies.
ASH inclusion program retained and engaged hematologists underrepresented in field, 20-year analysis shows
The ASH Minority Recruitment Initiative shows lower attrition rates for participants in graduate and medical programs, leading to more career pursuits in hematology. Participants also exhibit high levels of engagement with the American Society of Hematology beyond their program participation.
The Einstein Foundation Berlin awards €500,000 prize to advance research quality
The Einstein Foundation Berlin presents the €500,000 award to recognize institutions and researchers who improve research quality and robustness. Researchers like Elisabeth Bik, PubPeer, and PixelQuality are honored for their work on promoting quality and accountability in research.
Cottrell Scholar Award for Tova Holmes
Tova Holmes, a UT Physics Professor, has been awarded the prestigious Cottrell Scholar Award for her groundbreaking research on muon particles and collider technology. Her work aims to create a more efficient and streamlined process for studying these elusive particles, which could revolutionize our understanding of the universe.
Mizzou scientists create geochemical fingerprints
Scientists use modern technology to analyze ancient ochre samples, revealing the material's origin and history. This helps them understand how human cognition and social networks developed alongside early technological innovations.
MCG neuroscientist receives $2.3 million in funding from NIH High-Risk, High-Reward Research program
Danielle Mor, a neuroscientist at the Medical College of Georgia, has been awarded $2.3 million to study the progression of Parkinson's disease through the use of C. elegans and innovative research approaches. Her goal is to understand how misfolded proteins spread from the gastrointestinal tract to the central nervous system.
NEC Society, Cincinnati Children's, and UNC Children’s announce NEC Symposium in Chicago
The NEC Society, Cincinnati Children's, and UNC Children's will host the world's largest conference focused on necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), bringing together key stakeholders to unite the global community for a world without NEC. The event will feature over 20 educational sessions and world-renowned faculty.
Med school scientist receives prestigious NSF award for inflammation research
Associate Professor Justine Tigno-Aranjuez received a $1 million NSF CAREER Award to study the impact of the NOD2 pathway on inflammation. Her research aims to understand how lipid mediators are produced and how they influence inflammation.
Three PNNL researchers receive DOE Early Career Research Awards
Researchers Gavin Cornwell, Sneha Couvillion, and Bo Peng will study bioparticles, soil microbes, and their impact on climate models. They aim to improve representations of ice nucleating particles and understand lipid exchange in soil ecosystems.
Johannes Wahl receives ERC Starting Grant: New methods to accelerate drug discovery
Johannes Wahl receives EUR 1.5 million ERC Starting Grant to streamline synthesis of nitrogen-containing compounds, accelerating identification of promising drug candidates and tailoring their properties. Late-stage nitrogen insertion enables better adjustment of physical and chemical properties.
Mary Bishai named Distinguished Scientist Fellow
Mary Bishai, a Brookhaven physicist, has been recognized as a Distinguished Scientist Fellow by the DOE Office of Science. Her work on understanding neutrinos' properties has led to extraordinary leadership and service to the particle physics community. As a mentor, she is guiding the next generation of researchers.