The immunization is the first approved for widespread use but could be dangerous because it hasn't been tested in large trials, say researchers.

The US National Science Foundation's new focus on computer science could also put already-under-represented groups at a disadvantage, critics say.

This coronavirus is here for the long haul - here's what scientists predict for the next months and years.

Survey finds that standard metrics of success can't completely explain why some candidates get offers and others don't.

Researchers are scrambling to find other ways to diagnose the coronavirus and churn out millions of tests a week - a key step in returning to normality.

To avoid stalemates and provide lessons, replicators and original researchers must reach agreement on a study design and set out expectations ahead of time.

Funders will override policies of subscription journals that don't let scientists share accepted manuscripts under open licence.

COVID-19 has not affected all scientists equally. A survey of principal investigators indicates that female scientists, those in the 'bench sciences' and, especially, scientists with young children experienced a substantial decline in time devoted to research. This could have important short- and longer-term effects on their careers, which institution leaders and funders need to address carefully.

The social and economic impacts of COVID-19 fall harder on women than on men. Governments need to gather data and target policy to keep all citizens equally safe, sheltered and secure.

San Quentin prison is dealing with the third-largest coronavirus outbreak in the United States: researchers fear that other prisons are at risk.

A research institute that appointed Pier Paolo Pandolfi as its scientific director has reversed its decision after internal protests.

The agency has outlined actions it may take to deal with bullies and harassers, but it still relies on universities to report bad behaviour.