Awareness of neurodiversity has increased considerably in recent years, and when neurodivergent employees are properly supported, their unique skills and abilities can bring huge value to the workplace. In this article we recognise and celebrate those skills, and share ways in which you can make your lab more inclusive for everybody!
The intensity of research work brings with it a unique set of pressures, and sometimes the mental health of a working scientist can be stretched to the point of burnout. In this new article Dr Noelia Dominguez Falcon explains why it’s important to share our personal experiences, and offers practical tips for managing stress and anxiety in the lab.
Congratulations to Ivan Tourtourikov who is the latest winner of our monthly Early Career Scientist Grant! Find out more about Ivan, his PhD work at the Medical University Sofia, and how he plans to spend his $500 grant…
If you’re a scientist seeking some travel inspiration this summer, we’ve got some great suggestions for you! Whether you want to dig deep into palaeontology, take a peek into a Nobel Prize winner’s lab, or simply reach for the stars, this list of 10 STEM-themed travel destinations has something for every sightseeing scientist!
Sharing your work through scientific papers is vital for your career progression, but how can you reach wider audiences with your written work? In this article, Dr Bronwen Martin shares advice on maximizing the impact of your science writing through publication in alternative outlets such as social media, blogs, magazines, and more!
Are things finally improving for women in STEM? We spoke to four female scientists at different stages of their careers to ask them about their experiences, the challenges they have faced, how they see things changing, and their hopes for a more equal and inclusive future. Read their fascinating insights on life as a woman in STEM today…
What are the pros and cons of an academic career in science? Which skills should you develop for the best chance of success in an industry role? In this great new article we speak to two STEM careers experts who share their advice and top tips for early career life scientists who are choosing between academic and non-academic career paths.
Have you applied for an Early Career Scientist Grant from Hello Bio? That’s exactly what Kenza Amroune did, and she’s the latest winner of a $500 grant to support her research! We spoke to Kenza to find out more about her PhD work, and she told us exactly how she plans to spend the money!
An international society dedicated to supporting early career researchers in regenerative medicine is hosting an exciting symposium in Spain later this year. We spoke to Lea Wood, a committee member with the Future Investigators of Regenerative Medicine, who told us more about the upcoming FIRM Symposium 2024...
It’s time to meet another of our Lab Heroes Awards 2023 Highly Commended nominees! Sandra Mendiola is a postdoc in the Vogel lab at the University of Georgia, and was commended by our judges in the Lab Scholar category! We spoke to Sandra about her career so far, her advice for younger scientists, and her advocacy for inclusion and belonging in STEM.
