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As interest in academia fades, scholars in PhD and master’s programmes are dubious about the value of their degree in advancing their professional lives, findsNaturesurvey.
Scholars in PhD and master’s programmes struggle with securing work–life balance and support around career training and mental health, findsNaturesurvey.
Many research institutions in the United Kingdom gained prominence as the British Empire reached its zenith — bringing them a painful reckoning as they attempt to decolonize.
Most international scholars do not report experiences of bullying because they fear retaliation, including threats to cancel visas. But they can take action.
Four researchers describe how they found different ways of responding to the planet’s biggest threat — from quitting tenure to overhauling their academic programme.