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Balancing Science and Identity: Dr. Stephen Robinson's Story of LGBTQIA+ Empowerment

Dr. Stephen Robinson reflects on his career, LGBTQIA+ identity and mentorship. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, visibility, and supporting the next generation of scientists in their unique paths.
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Synthetic “Alien” DNA Provides Opportunities for Disease Diagnostics and Treatment

Technology Networks spoke to Dr. Steven Benner to learn more about what synthetic "alien" DNA can tell us about life on other planets and how this technology could be harnessed to improve disease diagnostics and treatment.
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How To Enter a New Chapter in Academic Publishing

In this interview, Alex Freeman, the founder of Octopus, discusses the progress made since the platform's launch and the ongoing challenges of establishing a new paradigm in academic publishing.
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Cell Culture Contamination in Research and Development

Cell culture underpins many aspects of research and development. In this article, we hear from three experts working in or alongside academic, industry and clinical settings to help ensure the integrity and safety of cells and cell-derived products.
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Developments in Extracellular Vesicle Research Present a Promising Future

This article explores how recent advances in nanoscale technology are helping researchers to obtain more data with less hands-on time, vastly increasing what they can study and discover about diseases.


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Could Authors Be Saying “Goodbye” to the Accept/Reject Decision?

Trying to publish scientific research can be slow, demoralizing and put up barriers to progress. But what if there was another way, one that let authors take more control while making readers more informed about how their peers evaluate the study?

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Microglial Cells: Microglia Function, Origin and Related Conditions

In this article, we consider what microglial cells are, how they are generated, their function in the body and medical conditions related to them.
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LEAF Promotes Greener Laboratory Practices

In this article, we explore the importance of LEAF and how the choice of equipment – together with better habits – can significantly contribute to a greener and more sustainable future for laboratories.
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Facing the Challenges of Early Career Scientific Research

In this interview, Dr. Banks, a research fellow at the John Innes Centre and recipient of a prestigious fellowship for early career scientists, shares insights on her research, challenges facing early career researchers and what could be done to help.
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The One Sample T Test

In this article, we will explore some of the theory behind the one sample t test, assumptions of the test, interpretation and a worked example.
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