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Nanoscience can play an important role in addressing a number of societal challenges, but, as Rein V. Ulijn and Elisa Riedo explain, research training needs to evolve.
Encouraging PhD students to engage with the peer-review process is of benefit to researchers, journals and the rest of the scientific community, says Bryden Le Bailly.
Changxu Liu and Jianfeng Huang reflect on their experiences of a collaborative research project that was at a crossroads between physics and chemistry.
Drawing a clear and compelling figure is vital in science communication, so Karen Cheng and Marco Rolandi set up a help desk for scientists and engineers to consult with design students.
Interacting with 3D-printed molecular models helps students to grasp insightful concepts on the kinetics and thermodynamics of molecular self-assembly, as Arthur J. Olson explains.
Your teachers and your colleagues have an essential role in helping you to determine your scientific interests and your way of doing research, says Giampaolo Pitruzzello.
Science competitions in secondary school can inspire students and teachers alike, as Eric Plum, now a lecturer, and his former teacher Walter Stein explain.