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Nearly three dozen of Mexico’s leading researchers are being accused of money laundering, embezzlement, and organized crime, a move other academics say is politically motivated.

A new, more diverse group of researchers is being appointed take over the stalled investigation.

An analysis of scientists’ networks finds discrepancies in the diffusion of novel ideas through communities.

Scientists who study the marine ecosystems have frequently failed to involve local researchers in projects, a study finds.

The organization says election to the NAS is for life.

The relationship is independent of grantees’ scientific accomplishments.

A new survey finds a consistent gap between men and women across numerous fields of science.  

Isabella Karle has passed away at age 95. 

The move appears to be out of step with other HHS agencies.

The aging science and engineering workforce in the U.S. can be traced back to the Baby Boomer cohort of researchers and the elimination of mandatory retirement in universities.

Are leading researchers driven more by the quest for knowledge or the pursuit of fame?

As international collaboration becomes increasingly common, researchers must work to limit their own biases and let cultural diversity enhance their work.

A study shows that the methods by which scientists evaluate each other’s work are error-prone and poor at measuring merit.

Governmental red tape blocks scientists from discussing their research with journalists, according to an open letter.