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The booming, interdisciplinary science of networks reveals hidden connections in just about everything

Academia teaches technical skills, but scientists in the private sector say landing a job and thriving there is an education in itself.

Three postdocs describe their early and successful transitions to research independence.

There are no fail-safe recipes for success, but some basic, tried-and-true principles can be counted on.

Dutch molecular biologist Lars Jansen owes much of his scientific success to not going down the easy path.

Regan Theiler balances her clinical work in the delivery room with lab research on infectious diseases.

Theoretical physicist Lucy Heady switched from science to solving social problems by pursuing a career in the charitable sector.

Serving as liaisons between the government and drug developers, regulatory affairs specialists play a key role in getting drugs to market.

María Pascual has influenced European policy from her perch in regulatory affairs at an adult stem cell drug development company in Spain.

Three passionate scientists describe their careers dealing with human rights and humanitarian issues.

Three scientists work to increase and maintain the food supply in areas where food is scarce.

Despite a remarkable talent, Cecilia Aragon lacked the confidence she needed to be a scientist. And then she learned to fly.

Three academic scientists tell how they became afflicted by the drive to commercialize their science.

Salk Institute for Biological Studies neuroscientist Sam Pfaff went on to success following a falling out with his Ph.D. adviser.

Getting a science policy job in Europe is largely a matter of choosing a beat and finding your own way in.

You've been denied tenure--now what?

A recently rejected physics professor rediscovers the pleasures of carrots and carpentry as she ponders her future.

Patricia Alireza already had grandchildren when her physics career began to bloom.

Three early-career scientists discuss returning to their native countries after spending time abroad.

This index provides links to Anne Sasso's articles in the Audacity in Science series appearing in Science Careers.