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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.

Recent Articles

  • How to start a company from scratch
    by Jonathan Thon on June 10, 2024 at 6:18 pm

    Establishing and leading a startup is hard, but it is also an opportunity to do something creative, fun and unique. The post How to start a company from scratch appeared first on University Affairs.

  • 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.

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