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Queer Representation in Science

Molly Moser | 05 January 2021

The organizer of an LGBTQ+ STEM conference speaks about the relationship between diversity and scientific innovation. read more  

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Gaby Slavcheva on the Power of Persistence

Hannah Greenwood | 15 December 2020

The co-founder and CSO of a quantum startup talks about her unique pathway to building her own company. read more  

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Xiaoyan Pang on International Collaboration

Hannah Greenwood | 01 December 2020

An associate professor talks about her experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. read more  

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Study: COVID’s Academic-Productivity Impact Differs by Gender

Stewart Wills | 26 November 2020

Survey suggests that women scientists took more of the child-care responsibilities than men during lockdowns—with consequent declines in papers submitted and other career metrics. read more  

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Gabrielle Thomas on Embracing Online Networking

Hannah Greenwood | 17 November 2020

A scientist at M Squared in Germany talks about her work establishing innovation networks and leveraging social media as a networking tool. read more  

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Karen Hampson on Building Connections

Hannah Greenwood | 03 November 2020

A senior researcher in adaptive optics at the University of Oxford talks about her lifelong passion for optics. read more  

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Jessica DeGroote Nelson on Embracing the Unfamiliar

Hannah Greenwood | 20 October 2020

A Director of Technology and Strategy at Optimax and an adjunct faculty member talks about the value of researching new topics and technical communication skills. read more  

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Researchers Offer Rules for an Antiracist Lab

Hannah Greenwood | 08 October 2020

Two scientists outline what they say are 10 actionable steps that PIs can take to begin addressing racial inequities in STEM. read more  

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Career Advice from Elsa Garmire and Bill Phillips

Hannah Greenwood | 15 September 2020

Two optics luminaries shared stories and insights from their impressive careers during a professional-development session at FiO+LS 2020. read more  

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Lab Classes During a Pandemic

Hannah Greenwood | 01 September 2020

The COVID-19 crisis has forced traditionally hands-on lab courses to adapt to a more flexible format—here’s how some instructors are transitioning to remote instruction. read more