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By turning introspection into a structured exercise, myIDP allows science trainees to translate a vague source of anxiety into a working plan.

Sports biomechanics researcher Barry Mason works on improving wheelchair design for basketball and rugby athletes.

Filmmaker and physicist Aziza Baccouche, who is blind, showcases the challenges and successes of diverse scientists in a new documentary series.

As the wider world celebrates science's renewed coolness, our columnist stubbornly questions the world's right to decide.

The best way to motivate scientists is to engage them, encourage them, and stay out of their way.

Respondents to this year's Annual Postdoc Survey share their advice for staying competitive in today's job market.

Winners of NIH's Director’s Early Independence Awards share the trials and successes of starting their own labs immediately after graduating.

Short stays don't look good to future employers—so why are they so common?

The implications of being in a mixed-career couple became apparent to biologist Aurélie Ambrosi as lifestyle differences appeared.

By admitting responsibility for the conditions that caused Sheri Sangji’s death, the University of California takes a step toward better lab safety.

In the wake of the Colorado shootings, the scientific community should pay more attention to the psychological wellbeing of emerging scientists.

Scientists with the right skills and attitude find limited but increasing opportunities to pursue high-risk, high-reward research.

James Wade, a U.S. Olympic Canoe/Kayak Team alternate and a Ph.D. student in bioengineering, navigates a tricky course between his research and his sport.

A few universities are teaching physics students quantitative finance skills, but some observers think that isn't a good idea.

A quantitative trader urges physics faculty members not to send their students to Wall Street.

The United States faces a severe shortage of qualified scientists—so why are there so many unemployed scientists?

A graduate school dean and former Olympic athlete reflects on science, fencing, and how the two activities have benefited each other.

Advice from top executives reflects their years of experience climbing the corporate ranks, hiring people, and watching others succeed and fail.

Scientist seeks honest, reliable partner for meaningful research discussions and maybe more, ideally for a long-term relationship.

Business and university leaders are seeking ways to increase personnel diversity to promote innovation. By Chris Tachibana.