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In addition to his scientific publications, Dr. Thon is a regular contributor to University Affairs, the online publication of higher education in Canada. Read his latest pieces here.

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  • Yes to more evaluation, but a bigger yes to more action
    by David Kent on February 1, 2024 at 2:38 pm

    A recent report on research culture shows that evaluation is key, but stops short of practical solutions to core problems. The post Yes to more evaluation, but a bigger yes to more action appeared first on University Affairs.

  • Building a lab: 6 months of triumphs and trials
    by Sarah Ruediger on January 15, 2024 at 7:07 pm

    As head of a lab, you're the one-man band responsible for everything from marketing to finance to product development. The post Building a lab: 6 months of triumphs and trials appeared first on University Affairs.

  • The art of grant writing: write, rewrite and write again
    by Sarah Ruediger on September 27, 2023 at 1:05 pm

    And don't forget the detailed budgeting and a looming submission deadline. The post The art of grant writing: write, rewrite and write again appeared first on University Affairs.

  • Breaking EDI barriers in science
    by Sarah Ruediger on February 16, 2023 at 3:00 pm

    Clear metrics are needed to evaluate the success of initiatives to remove inequities in the research enterprise. The post Breaking EDI barriers in science appeared first on University Affairs.

  • Sarah Ruediger joins the Black Hole team!
    by David Kent on February 8, 2023 at 2:25 pm

    The neuroscientist is gearing up to cover topics from open, team-based science to putting EDI to work in the field. The post Sarah Ruediger joins the Black Hole team! appeared first on University Affairs.

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