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Between them, Terrill Tops and Dorkina Myrick have two careers, three doctoral degrees, and one life together.

With the right support, it is possible to succeed in science after a family-related hiatus.

A mother of three and winner of a European Research Council starting grant, Michal Sharon has managed to have both a family and a scientific career.

Dropping off an infant at daycare is very stressful for new mothers returning to work.

On returning to work, new mothers can minimize stress and maximize productivity by adapting to their new and different circumstances.

Scientists -- especially women -- may need to set traditional gender roles aside and pay someone to help them with the housework.

Although women still do most of the parenting, some scientist dads are taking on the role of primary caregiver.

It was a difficult year for careers in science but another good year for Science Careers.

Physician-scientist Rebecca Jackson's enthusiasm for research is matched only by her passion for Ohio State football.

Following on our series on doing science in Namibia, two scientists describe their sabbatical experiences there.

Niccole Villa Cerveny teaches a research course for which students rate the susceptibility of ancient Hopi rock art to erosion.

Thomas Higgins and other local community college instructors organized the STEM-ENGINES undergraduate research collaborative to promote research at their institutions.

The best and most popular stories of 2011, as chosen by readers and editors

Astrophysicist Aude Alapani-Odunlade's true passion is earthbound: helping teachers give their students a solid science education.

A good mentor at each career stage can greatly enhance your professional and personal achievement.

Our self-organized peer-mentoring group changed our lives for the better.

Medical practice has changed to meet the needs of female physicians. How likely is academic science to make a similar adjustment?

Paleontologist Jack Horner overcame dyslexia and the lack of a traditional education to become a world leader in his field.

We need to let young women know that it is possible to have a science career and a family.