28 / May / 2026 “The risk isn’t AI, but delegating intellectual work to the machine,” researcher says Fernanda Scussel believes artificial intelligence tools can expedite research, but they require careful checks, well-crafted prompts, and clarity about authorship Por Gabriela Monteiro
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 Por Editorial staff
25 / May / 2026 National Clinical Research Program set to speed up new drug and therapy development in Brazil Besides increasing patient diversity in clinical trials, the Ministry of Health program seeks to accelerate drug development in Brazil Por Samuel Antenor
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 Por Juliana Protásio
21 / May / 2026 “Double Neglect”: Why tropical disease treatment also needs toaddress mental health British global mental health expert argues that efforts to combat neglected tropical diseases must also confront stigma, social exclusion, and psychological suffering Por Moura Leite Netto
15 / May / 2026 Most PhDs work outside academia, but doctoral programs do not prepare them for this career path A review of 71 publications identifies a gap between PhD training and non-academic careers and highlights what universities and governments need to change Por Daniel Dieb
14 / May / 2026 Hierarchies hinder science advancement in hospital settings When prestige is valued more than evidence, outdated practices persist and innovative professionals leave Por Editorial staff
13 / May / 2026 Artificial intelligence: how does it generate uncertainty in science? See what the expert says Sociologist Glauco Arbix of USP says the current scenario requires not only technical proficiency, but also critical reflection on the role of the researcher Por Editorial staff
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 Por Yasmim Cunha
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 Por Daniel Dieb
