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Almost 50% of Scientists Are Leaving Academia Within 10 Years – Here’s Why

A new study published in Higher Education has found that nearly 50% of scientists quit academia within 10 years of publishing their first paper. We asked the scientific community about their reasons for "leaving" science.
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Understanding Bioprocessing, Its Applications and the Role of a Bioreactor

Bioprocessing involves the production of a high-value-added product from a living source. In this article, the stages of bioprocessing are described, with a focus on the central piece of this concept: the bioreactor.
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Bridging the Gap Between Science and Medicine

We spoke to physician–scientist Professor Pradipta Ghosh about what drove her to follow this career path, her current work, the value of and challenges faced by physician–scientists and advice for those who are considering following in her footsteps.
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LGBTQIA+ Representation and Creating Inclusive Environments: A Q&A With Dr. Raquel Cuella Martin

In this interview, we spoke to Dr. Raquel Cuella Martin to learn about her research, her experiences working as an LGBTQIA+ researcher in STEMM and her advice for others beginning a STEMM career.
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Founder of STEM, LGBTQ & You Discusses Inclusivity in Science

In this interview, Avery Cunningham discusses the creation of STEM, LGBTQ & You, his experiences as a queer person in STEMM and the barriers that face LGBTQ+ individuals in the field.
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How Is CRISPR Gene Editing Being Used in Infectious Disease Research?

CRISPR gene editing has enabled scientists to rewrite the genetic code of living organisms and is revolutionizing medicine. Here, we highlight some of the latest applications of CRISPR gene editing in infectious disease research.
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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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Electronic Pulses Could Reduce the Need for High Doses in Gene Therapy Delivery

In this interview, Technology Networks spoke to the researcher team behind a new technique that utilizes electricity to enhance the body’s receptivity to gene therapy. This approach may open new avenues for the treatment of a variety of genetic disorders.
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Breaking the Chains: How CRISPR Gene Therapy Gave Victoria Gray a New Life

This article tells the story of Victoria Gray, the first patient to receive a CRISPR cell-based gene therapy for sickle cell disease (SCD). We explore the struggles of SCD, the mistreatment of minorities in medical settings and the implications of gene therapy accessibility.
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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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