Monthly Archives: July 2011

Sezen & Sensibility: Lab dynamics & the promotion of (ir)responsible conduct of research

The chemistry tubes have been abuzz lately with the ongoing saga of the Bengu Sezen misconduct investigation. For excellent coverage, go check out ChemBark’s posts. It is a disturbing tale of years of data fabrication, fraud, sabotage, evasion, and perjury … Continue reading

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Scientiae Carnival: Inspiring Women in STEM

Inspiration. It is an essential element to finding motivation, creative avenues, success, satisfaction… But where do we find it? Is it in those who have come before us? The encouragement and confidence others give? The goals and dreams we have … Continue reading

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