Month: June 2024

As a recent new PI myself, the insights from this article in Science ‘Surprises in starting as a new PI’ (https://www.science.org/content/article/surprises-starting-new-pi) resonated deeply with me. This piece sheds light on the unexpected challenges and feelings of isolation that new Principal Investigators face, contrasting with the collaborative nature of their previous roles. The struggle to balance research, administration, and team management,.. Read more

A bit late to reading this, but I just came across this 2023 article in Nature (https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-022-02088-4) describing a troubling exodus of talented scientists away from academia. It’s important to note that there’s absolutely nothing wrong with choosing a career in industry; in fact, it offers exciting opportunities and benefits. However, many researchers are finding themselves pushed in this direction,.. Read more