Research Papers Used to Have Style. What Happened? 609 implied HN points • 11 Aug 22 Scientists used to write with more freedom and creativity in their papers. The shift towards rigid and homogenous scientific writing styles started after WWII. While clarity and precision are essential, a balance is needed to allow for creativity and style in scientific writing.
New Science January 2024 Updates 98 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24 🔬 Science Research Innovation Community Leadership Education New Science is focusing on creating an institution of science for an ever-changing world. They are working on deliverables like a playbook for fellowship programs and collaborating with new team members. The organization is under new leadership, with Sasha Targ becoming the Executive Director.
Rejected Grants Are Good for You 216 implied HN points • 07 Aug 22 Rejected grants can have a positive impact by refining ideas and forcing scientists to think through experiments or explore new directions. Increased competition in grant funding may lead to more time spent on grant writing without necessarily reducing research time. Grant competitions should focus on eliminating bureaucracy and providing feedback to encourage deep thinking and accelerate science.
New Science aims to build new institutions of basic science, starting with the life sciences. 275 implied HN points • 13 May 21 New Science is creating new institutions for basic science, starting with life sciences. New Science aims to provide competitive pressure on existing academic institutions. Their 2021 plan includes running a research fellowship, digging into the structures of science, and securing funding for operation.
New Science public announcement soon 235 implied HN points • 30 Apr 21 New Science is a nonprofit organization focused on building better institutions of science. Donations to New Science will be retroactively tax-deductible if they obtain 501c3 status by the end of the year. The public announcement for New Science will be in two weeks.
New Science May 2022 Updates 78 implied HN points • 09 Jun 22 New Science announces summer fellows and their research projects. Niko McCarty joins New Science as Head of Media with an interesting background. Fellows engage in a science retreat discussing projects and seeking feedback.
building science 19 implied HN points • 29 Apr 21 Building science is discussed in the post The post is by Alexey Guzey Encouragement to sign up and share the post