Many university STEM classes continue to rely on conventional lectures, despite research that suggests active teaching techniques are more effective
Deaths of prominent life scientists tend to be followed by a surge in highly cited research by newcomers
Undergraduate researchers with LEAP Scholars program publish findings
Formal training can help labs create better operations and management systems and improve performance for greater competence and consumer confidence
The University of Rhode Island's Artificial Intelligence lab is the first to be housed within a library
Inaugural conference addresses lab managers’ greatest challenges
Ongoing studies often have well-established research teams and senior investigators with extensive experience
Organizations spend big on employee training each year
How management training can prevent an unhealthy lab culture
A study found that graduate students are on board with wanting to adopt interactive teaching methods, but often don't get the training or support they need
The fewer women in entering class, the less likely they’ll stay
Although primarily influenced by environmental and social factors, years of schooling are also influenced by genes associated with cognitive function
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