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01 / June / 2026

Vocation, collaboration, and family: what motivates physicians to continue in or leave research?

With half of medical specialists holding a PhD, the Netherlands offers an insight into why so few physicians continue in research and what separates those who do from those who leave science behind

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27 / May / 2026

Lack of ongoing funding jeopardizes the careers of physician-scientists in Brazil

Reliance on short-term and uncertain grants undermines the ability of professionals with dual roles to maintain stability and sustain scientific output

By Editorial staff

26 / May / 2026

Mezzo-soprano and scientist: how Renata Prôa built an international research career

A PhD candidate at Columbia and data scientist at Einstein, Prôa argues that young researchers need to learn to better communicate their career paths

By Gabriela Monteiro

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22 / May / 2026

AI guide for science: Key tools for producing novel research papers

João Brainer, a clinical researcher at Einstein, explains the potential and limitations of the AI technologies transforming academic output

By Juliana Protásio

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14 / May / 2026

Hierarchies hinder science advancement in hospital settings

When prestige is valued more than evidence, outdated practices persist and innovative professionals leave

By Editorial staff

The warm-toned illustration shows a magnifying glass focusing on a map of Brazil formed by puzzle pieces, with some pieces breaking away and leaving the scene, symbolizing researchers moving abroad. Surrounding it are science-related icons such as test tubes, graphs, light bulbs, and gears. On the left, two silhouettes converse with sound waves between them; on the right, a row of human figures, with only one wearing a lab coat, suggests the limited presence of PhDs in the job market.

12 / May / 2026

Brazil trains PhDs, but fails to absorb them: Data reveal brain drain and structural bottlenecks

An OECD report mapping scientific careers across 53 countries shows that Brazil employs just 2.8 PhDs per thousand workers—four times below the international average

By Yasmim Cunha

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11 / May / 2026

How to involve early-career researchers in the management of scientific projects

A European case study describes structures and practices that promote the active participation of early-career researchers in research consortia

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08 / May / 2026

Policy brief: how to turn scientific research into public decision-making

Short document helps researchers translate evidence into recommendations for policymakers, legislators, and public authorities

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01 / May / 2026

Physician-scientists in Brazil: A vital career path still faces structural barriers

A study highlights direct benefits for patients but reveals structural barriers that hinder the development of this career path in the country

By Editorial staff

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24 / April / 2026

“When you want to do research without being confined to theory, the field of health is a great intersection.”

Einstein Hospital Israelita researcher analyzes Brazil’s public health system, supports clinical research, and formulates public policy based on her business background

By Marília Marasciulo

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