Amid the NYU Orgo Fracas, Let’s Remember: Rigor and Respect Aren’t Mutually Exclusive
Difficulty doesn’t need to be demeaning, our Experimental Error columnist writes.
You Defended Your PhD Thesis! Now You Feel Empty!
Going from “student” to “actual worker person” can be tough, our Experimental Error columnist writes.
I’m Not Busy, I’m Just in a Meeting
Our Experimental Error columnist owns up to multitasking during virtual meetings—and why it might not actually be so bad.
Community College Science Students Are More than an “Untapped Resource”
For our Experimental Error columnist, speaking at a conference for these students was a new experience.
When Are Scientists Allowed to Be Funny?
More often would be better, our Experimental Error columnist argues.
A University Teaching Job “Without Salary”? No Thanks
Compensation in academia can be a slippery concept, our Experimental Error columnist writes.
“We Regret to Inform You”—That Your Scientific Manuscripts Will Be Rejected
A journal rejection letter, through the eyes of our Experimental Error columnist.
Science’s Syntax Sin Tax
Our Experimental Error considers how much scientists should care about grammar.
Why Academics Shouldn’t Add Insult to Industry
“It’s real science—just not necessarily the same kind of real science you’re used to,” our Experimental Error columnist writes.
How Dean Grinch Stole Grad Student Stipends
Our Experimental Error columnist’s twist on a holiday classic.
How to Experiment with a Career in Science Communication
Test the waters before quitting your day job, our Experimental Error columnist advises.
Why Scientific Journal Authorship Practices Make No Sense et al.
Some labs give out authorship like Halloween candy, our Experimental Error columnist writes.
PowerPoint Versus Chalk Talk: An Academic Cage Match
Our Experimental Error columnist debates the relative merits of the two presentation formats.
University Department Administrators Are Freaking Heroes
Our Experimental Error columnist remembers a key figure from grad school.
Employers, Don’t Tell Us to Take Breaks if We Can’t
Urging self-care doesn’t fix unrealistic work expectations, our Experimental Error columnist writes.