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Please check a recent paper in Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology with the participation of Cláudia Miranda🎉📚 This review highlights the potential of hematopoietic stem cells as therapeutic assets. 🔗 Read the full paper here: Frontiers | Advances in ex vivo expansion of hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells for clinical applications (frontiersin.org) #Research #BiomedicalEngineering #Biotechnology #Innovation #Healthcare #FrontiersinBioengineering #ColabAccelBio

"The Importance of Stupidity in Scientific Research" is an intriguing and unconventional title for a renowned scientific article published in the Journal of Cell Science with an impact factor of 5.28. This article, titled "The Importance of Stupidity in Scientific Research," is authored by a prominent American scientist, Martin Schwartz, from the Microbiology Department at the University of Virginia. In this article, written in 2008, Martin discusses the concept of stupidity and its significance in scientific research. It was inspired by a shocking response he received from a former doctoral colleague who chose to abandon scientific research for a legal career in a government organization focused on nature. Her response was, "I feel stupid every time I read and conduct research experiments." This response motivated Dr. Schwartz to argue in his article about the importance of feeling stupid in scientific research, stating, "If we don't feel stupid, it means we're not really trying." Schwartz defends what he calls "productive stupidity" in scientific research, suggesting that researchers should not be ashamed of their lack of knowledge in all scientific aspects of their projects. He summarizes his article by emphasizing the necessity, at times, to feel stupid to deepen curiosity and exploration in the research field. Link to the article: https://lnkd.in/e22ueP6m

Take a look at the latest MSC literature recap, which includes basic, translational and clinical research papers. This feature is a great way to keep up with the latest research in #migraine and #headache https://lnkd.in/esarXZTM

Maha M. Said is a post-doctoral researcher on the European Research Council (ERC)-funded NanoBubbles project which asks the questions of how, when, and why science fails to correct itself. Originally trained in molecular and cellular biology and working close to science and technology studies, especially science integrity, she is currently working on 2 sub-projects, the first being a post-publication peer review in which articles on the topic of interest are critically analyzed and publicly commented on The PubPeer Foundation, and the second is the reproducibility project in which research articles that describe the use of nanoparticles for intracellular sensing are examined. On this podcast episode, Jo and Maha engage in a conversation focused on research integrity within the field of nanoparticles. Maha shares her journey into this area, driven by experiences of encountering integrity issues during her PhD research, particularly with antibodies. They discuss the challenges of peer review, replicability, and reproducibility, highlighting Maha's current work on post-publication peer review and replicability initiatives within nanoparticle research, specifically intracellular sensing. They also touch on the complexity of defining and implementing registered reports as a tool for ensuring transparency and accountability in research. Throughout their discussion, they emphasize the importance of critical analysis, collaboration across disciplines, and adaptation to changes in scientific processes. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dy2TWu8B Podcast Host: Johanna Havemann,Dr. Guest: Maha M. Said Podcast Editor: Ebuka Ezeike    #Podcast #Openscience #Openaccess #Research #ResearchIntegrity #Reproducibility #Replicability #Nanoscience #Nanoparticles

Check out my recent interview where I discuss research integrity in general and particularly in reproducibility in nanobioscience.

Antibodies are like the superheroes of scientific research, essential for experiments like Western blot, immunoprecipitation, immunohistochemistry, and more. But hey, ever wonder what sets these antibodies apart in different experiments? If results don't thrill you, maybe it's time to check if you've got the right antibody in your corner. Even seasoned researchers can face a challenge in choosing the perfect antibody, especially with rare models or lesser-known proteins. And when you're diving into a sea of abundant choices from various manufacturers, decision-making can get tricky. But fret not my firends! There are plenty of hacks to simplify this selection maze. Want to know more about making the right antibody pick for your research? Dive into the deets here https://lnkd.in/giVPxq_7. Trust me, it's worth the read! Stay curious and keep experimenting!

If you're involved in or interested in interdisciplinary research, taking a moment to bring to your attention 📑The X-NET Recommendations Report 📑: https://x-net.bio/ This report aims to 'sweep away barriers to interdisciplinary research' and 'highlight common career and funding barriers'. The report also offers recommendations to increase the retention and impact of interdisciplinary researchers in the UK.

Very interesting episode on research integrity in nanotechnology and it’s implications in nanomedicine with our eminant star Maha M. Said Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dy2TWu8B  #Research #ResearchIntegrity #Reproducibility #Replicability #Nanoscience #Nanoparticles

The increasing complexity of technologies and the breadth of knowledge required to innovate necessitate the development of research and innovation partnerships. In this context, Capsulæ, R&I Center has established strategic university partnerships and participates in several collaborative projects. The objective is always the same : to accelerate and diversify our innovation process in order to offer the most relevant solutions possible in response to market needs. Discover which universities we have a partnership with, and the colloborative projects we are involved in : https://lnkd.in/dVm6Pe3d #capsulae #innovation #formulation #microencapsulation Arnaud Picot, PhD Sébastien FOURNIER Gisèle Ongmayeb, PhD Jérémy CARPENTIER