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  • 13 Mar
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Source: sciencebusiness.net Voluntary model contracts could boost researcher mobility and set standards for career development, says Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva By Martin Greenacre Research Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva responded to MEPs’ questions on the upcoming ERA Act. Photo credits: Fred Marvaux / European Union The European Commission is exploring the feasibility of issuing model employment contracts for European researchers, t...

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  • 9 Mar
  • Claartje Chajes
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Dear international, We are pleased that you have found our platform. We understand that Recognition & Rewards may raise questions, and we will do our best to answer them as thoroughly as possible. For frequently asked questions, please refer to this Q&A. These two documents are the starting point to dive into the developments: Roadmap Room for Everyone's Talent in practice Position Paper Room for Everyone's Talent As you probably understand,...

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Kennisbank // Knowledge Base
  • 26 Feb
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Combined survey findings 2019–2025 The report offers a global picture of how university teaching is valued and rewarded at institutions working to strengthen recognition of university teaching in academic career progression. It captures academics’ views and experiences of how university teaching is supported, valued and rewarded within their institutions, providing insight into how reform efforts are embedded and experienced in practice. Dra...

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  • 14 Nov
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bron: website Nature (comment) Universities are in thrall to a rankings system that prioritizes narrow aspects of academic life. Three changes would give institutions the freedom to explore fresh ways of working. University reputations and finances often hinge on their position in global ranking tables. Students use rankings to quickly identify the best place to study — or, at least, what might be perceived to be the best by any future employe...

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  • 30 Oct
  • Claartje Chajes
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28 October 2025, source: researchinformation.info Julia Mortimer describes the inspiration behind Bristol University Press’ Global Social Challenges Development Fund Julia Mortimer, Journals and Open Access Director at Bristol University PressAs University Press Week approaches, Bristol University Press is highlighting one of its most ambitious initiatives: the Global Social Challenges Development Fund. This initiative is designed to sup...

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