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Reinventing the Biology Textbook — an Interview with Ron Vale
OCT. 11, 2019
iBiology has launched a free introductory biology textbook, The Explorer's Guide to Biology. We speak with Ron Vale about why the textbook medium is ripe for reinvention.
July 2019 Newsletter
JULY 9, 2019
Announcing the 2019 Essay Contest winners! In this issue, we also speak with educators about innovative ways to make science classes more captivating for students.
Want to Excite Students about Biology? Don’t Make it Boring.
JULY 9, 2019
Educators discuss how to revamp science classes to engage the next generation.
Winners of the 2019 Lasker Essay Contest
JULY 9, 2019
Meet Grace Beggs, Peter John, and Dereck Paul – the three co-winners of the 2019 Lasker Essay Contest!
June 2019 Newsletter
JUNE 17, 2019
Finding solutions to the leaking pipeline and changing culture to support women in science
Stopping the Leaks
JUNE 17, 2019
In May’s newsletter, we discussed the obstacles women scientists face in their careers. This month, we explore initiatives to improve gender equity and promote diversity in science.
May 2019 Newsletter
MAY 15, 2019
Successful women scientists discuss the obstacles they overcame.
The Leaking Pipeline
MAY 15, 2019
We talked with scientists Carol Greider, Nancy Hopkins, Joan Steitz, and Elizabeth McCullagh about the past and ongoing challenges for women forging a career in academic research.
April 2019 Newsletter
APRIL 8, 2019
Career advice and other wisdoms
Follow Your Gut, and Other Career Advice
APRIL 8, 2019
As the Lasker Lessons in Leadership series hosts its tenth speaker, the NIH Oxford-Cambridge students reflect on how hearing from top scientists has shaped their careers.
March 2019 Newsletter
MARCH 12, 2019
Read about the Lasker Clinical Research Scholars program.
Supporting Clinician-Scientists
MARCH 12, 2019
Now in its eighth year, a program created by the NIH and Lasker Foundation allows early-career clinician-scientists to live the dream of being able to focus on research.
