Lab Culture
Improving education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), a bipartisan goal backed by politicians and business leaders alike, will require a new approach.
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With humanity confronted by pressing regional and global issues, nations should align their research standards and practices to support international cooperation, scientists and policymakers agreed at the recent World Science Forum.
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Innovation drives economic growth and creates skilled, high-wage jobs.......
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The lead-free solder, a tin-silver-copper alloy invented by a research team headed by Ames Lab senior metallurgist Iver Anderson, has made history for a second time.
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Los Alamos National Laboratory’s top 10 science stories of 2011 illustrate the broad variety of scientific excellence that’s the hallmark of the laboratory.
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The science community has made significant strides over the last three decades in building stronger relationships with policymakers and the public but challenges remain.
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Physician-scientists worldwide will vie for the newly established annual Taubman Prize for Excellence in Translational Medical Science starting in 2012, the A. Alfred Taubman Medical Research Institute has announced.
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Entries are requested for the 2012 American Institute of Physics Science Communication Awards, which recognize effective science communication in print, broadcast, and new media.
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Board of Trustees votes to offer a separate certification for environmental scientists and to change the Academy’s name to American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists.
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The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has awarded the distinction of Fellow to seven scientists from Los Alamos National Laboratory for advancing science applications that are deemed scientifically or socially distinguished.
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The Pittcon 2012 Program Committee has named the recipients of 11 prestigious awards honoring scientists who have made outstanding contributions to analytical chemistry and applied spectroscopy
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Federal funding for science is facing intense, sustained budget pressure because of the weak economy and historic budget deficits, but the impact could be eased if scientists step up efforts to engage lawmakers and the public, experts said at AAAS.
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