Security puts equality to the test in academia Research is built on the core values of openness, trust and international collaboration. Security, by contrast, is about protecting national interests, chains of command and compliance, says Silje A. Hole of the Institute for Energy Technology.
“Background is a factor in STEM recruitment” Declining interest in STEM subjects and lower achievement should prompt action, according to Guro Rørvik, head of the National Centre for STEM Recruitment.
The authors of a new book feel let down by academia We have to be good teachers, good researchers and good at administrative work. This means we are doomed to fail, according to the editors of a book about women and failure in academia.
Men get most out of research stays abroad Women move abroad less often, and when they do, they gain less from it than male researchers, according to a new study.
No winners in whistleblowing cases “We succeed if I don’t receive any whistleblowing cases – not because they’re swept under the carpet, but because unwanted incidents simply don’t happen,” says Kristian Solaas, Equality Advisor at the University of Agder.
What does it actually take to become a professor in Norway? What does having ‘professorial potential’ mean? Researchers have attempted to unravel this mysterious concept.
Major differences in gender equality among European universities While universities in countries like Austria, Norway and France are fully expected to promote equality, Serbia and Belgium have fewer requirements and resources. Researcher Evanthia K. Schmidt is calling for an increase in European co-operation.
Norway doubles down on equality work amidst global pressure to relent It is more important now than ever to promote equality, diversity and integration, according to Eileen Fugelsnes from the Ministry of Education and Research, and the Ministry has appointed a new committee for gender balance and diversity in research.
Few research institutions evaluate their own equality initiatives A national survey of equality at research institutions shows that measures are implemented, but rarely assessed. A new report highlights a clear need for more evaluation.
Top 5 articles of 2025 What captured readers’ attention in 2025? Experiences of discrimination, the ideal worker norm and working conditions in academia dominated the reading statistics.
Academia addresses diversity, but skirts the issue of racism People are reluctant to talk about race and whiteness, but education and research institutions may overlook racism due to ‘not seeing skin colour’, according to associate professor Sandra Fylkesnes.
Debunking the myth that researchers work 24/7 Some give it their all, while others leave academia. Most researchers, however, favour the middle ground. A new study shows how researchers respond to the ideal of working around the clock.
Equality research in the Arctic overlooks local conditions There are major socio-cultural differences between the north and south, according to researcher Mervi Heikkinen. Many students in Northern Sweden, Norway and Finland are the first in their family to pursue higher education.
Bullying and harassment driving PhD supervisor changes This is particularly prevalent among foreign PhD candidates, according to interviews with more than 100 PhD candidates.
How to tackle resistance to equality A research project takes a closer look at what is really going on when gender equality efforts in the workplace go nowhere.
EU making strides despite setbacks In recent years, the EU has set gender equality plan requirements and launched groundbreaking actions against violence in academia. Marcela Linková nevertheless warns against reactionary forces in the EU.
“The dream is that anyone, regardless of background, can see themselves as a chemist” New projects at the University of Tromsø aim to prevent dropout and improve grades among female students. "We want to show that there’s a place for everyone in the sciences," says the project’s leader.
New She Figures statistics: The EU is sharpening its focus on diversity in research Researchers are seeing a gradual shift towards greater diversity in European statistics. “She Figures” has reported on gender balance in research for over 20 years, and intersectionality is finally coming into its own. But be aware of some classic pitfalls, says researcher.
Diversity under pressure from the US: “I urge Norwegian institutions to get involved now” The call comes from Curt Rice, Executive Director of Fulbright Norway. He recently visited the US to discuss research exchanges with researchers, heads of institutions and members of Congress in light of new requirements.
International researchers are paving the way to greater diversity Does a greater number of foreign researchers in Norwegian academia create a more inclusive work environment for everyone?
