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Many researchers will tell you that financing their work–writing grants, securing funding, and budgeting for varying funding levels year to year–is the least rewarding part of life in academia, but there’s no escaping the simple fact that science costs money. … Continue reading
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Posted by in article-level metrics, crowdfunding, funding, Grants, impact, science funding, Social Media
We often think of cities as major drivers of economic development and growth. Big cities expand our access to infrastructure like public transit and public education. They allow for more efficient distribution of social services such as government assistance and … Continue reading
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Posted by in Aggregators, Cities, development, economics, GDP, urbanization
In elementary school, we all learn about our five senses: taste, smell, touch, sight, and sound. Together, they continuously provide us with massive amounts of sensory input. One way we make sense of all this is by forming associations: between …
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Posted by in Aggregators, associations, color, cultural, odor
The microscope holds a place on the short list of inventions that have changed the world and revolutionized our understanding of science. Microscopes are crucially important public health tools, allowing workers to identify pathogens and correctly diagnose the cause of …
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Posted by in Aggregators, education, engineering, microscopes, microscopy, public health
A scientifically literate society is one that can make educated, informed decisions based on the best available evidence. While much of the public harbors a basic interest in science and education, there is still a need to increase and improve …
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Posted by in Aggregators, fun, Images, media, new species, public engagement, science communication, taxonomy, Wasps