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Every year we give our readers an insider's perspective on companies and institutions across the US, showing the strengths and weaknesses of each. Take a short break from work (or your vacation) and tell us what dazzles and frustrates you about your institution. We'll publish the US and international institutions that come out on top, and give you insight into what makes them great. Researchers from last year's winner, Massachusetts General Hospital, said that despite its size (with 22.5 acres of lab space), they appreciated the effort to make scientists feel as appreciated as they do in small institutions.This year we'd like to see more international readers respond, so use the Page Tools icon in the upper right to send this article to a friend. The Scientist Staff mail@the-scientist.com
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