09 / April / 2026 Texas approves US$3 billion for a dementia research institute The initiative replicates a successful model for cancer research funding and could become one of the world’s largest funders of research on neurodegenerative diseases Por Rodrigo de Oliveira Andrade
08 / April / 2026 “Without suitable comparison between groups, there is no way of proving the efficacy of a new drug” Cardiologist and researcher at Einstein Hospital Israelita explains the role of randomized clinical trials and the risks of social pressure on clinical research Por Moura Leite Netto
08 / April / 2026 What’s next for Latin American science? Experts gather in São Paulo to discuss the future Organized by Einstein, “Voices of Latin American Science” examines innovation, science policy, and the challenges facing research in the region Por Editorial staff
06 / April / 2026 Use of AI in scientific research may undermine the training of early-career researchers Early reliance on AI tools may undermine learning, critical thinking and the authenticity of academic work, according to a researcher at Einstein Por Editorial staff
01 / April / 2026 Communicating scientific uncertainties can weaken support for public policies, study finds Study with over 1,100 participants finds that a lack of scientific consensus affects support for regulatory policies on microplastics Por Editorial staff
31 / March / 2026 Citations in clinical practice guidelines do not always reflect true impact of research Study identifies hidden and symbolic citation patterns that distort the measurement of scientific impact in health policies Por Editorial staff
23 / March / 2026 Women advance in science but struggle to reach academia’s top ranks A survey of 136 organizations reveals that 60% have gender equality policies, but fewer than 10% allocate a budget to implement them Por Daniel Dieb
20 / March / 2026 Netherlands to create innovation agency modeled on DARPA New institution plans to spend €500 million euros on high-risk R&D and aims to bridge the “valley of death” between research and the market Por Editorial staff
19 / March / 2026 5 tips for applying academic experience to the corporate sector Jaqueline Ribas, from the consultancy Pesquisa de Impacto, advises researchers on how to adapt their academic experience for selection processes in the private sector Por Editorial staff
18 / March / 2026 Academic life and the labor market: what skills do companies value? Science recruitment specialist explains how academic experience shapes professionals who can lead, communicate, and innovate, and why companies need them Por Editorial staff
