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Science is being politically and financially squeezed. This article explains why, and what to do next.

Slide decks aren’t going anywhere, but “death by PowerPoint” is optional. Here’s how to ditch cluttered slides and use clear text, strong contrast and simpler visuals to keep your audience engaged.

AI isn’t replacing teamwork - it’s reshaping it. Drawing on a major Harvard Business School experiment, this article explains how AI can help solo workers perform like teams, break down professional silos, and make work feel more energising (not less).

"I’m a scientist, not a designer!" We put the top AI tools to the test to see if they can actually create a journal-ready graphical abstract. The result? A mix of helpful insights and a few hilarious "AI hallucinations" Here’s what we learned about the limits of AI in science communication.