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Scientists have lost their jobs or grants in US cuts. Foreign universities want to hire them
Facing significant funding cuts and academic uncertainty in the U.S., international institutions are launching initiatives to attract American scientists. Programs in Canada, France, and Australia offer research opportunities and academic freedom, aiming to capitalize on the shifting landscape of scientific research. While it's too early to quantify the potential 'brain drain,' early interest from U.S.-based researchers is significant.
US grant cuts spur foreign recruitment of American scientists
Faced with potential funding cuts in the US, countries like Canada, France, and Australia are launching initiatives to attract American scientists with funding and academic freedom. These programs offer competitive salaries and relocation packages, appealing to researchers concerned about restrictions and instability in the US.
What is the 'Matilda Effect'? How science became a man's world by dominance, not by merit
For centuries, women in science have been sidelined, their groundbreaking work erased or credited to male peers — a phenomenon known as the Matilda Effect. From Nobel snubs to classroom invisibility, this historical bias has shaped the male-dominated face of STEM. Discover how science became this way not by accident, but by design — and what’s being done to change it.
Unveiling the hidden legacy of Lise Meitner and why she never won the Nobel Prize
Physicist Lise Meitner played a crucial role in the development of the theory of nuclear fission but has been largely overlooked in history due to her gender and Jewish heritage. Despite facing barriers, Meitner made significant discoveries and collaborated with Otto Hahn, but was denied recognition for her work. Meitner's story highlights the historical injustices faced by women in science and the need for greater representation and equality. Although she never received a Nobel Prize, there is now growing recognition of her contributions to the field of nuclear physics.
Exploring the heart of matter - and why atoms are important (Book Review)
Title: Atom; Author: Piers Bizony; Publisher: Icon Science; Pages: 225; Price: Rs 499
Women scientists focus of three Indian science journals
Kolkata, March 21 (IANS) Three Indian scientific journals have featured, for the first time since their inception, special sections on women scientists to highlight their work and encourage younger counterparts to take up active scientific careers.
