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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 14

Most scientists focus on building expertise, but the real game-changer is combining your knowledge with strategic relationships.
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Why Your Network Beats Your Next Publication

Today, where over 90% of STEM publications involve multiple authors, traditional success metrics tell only part of the story. The Scientific and Technical Human Capital (STHC) model offers a comprehen...

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · 6d

For better sleep and overall health, scientists emphasize three basics: contrasting light and dark, consolidating mealtimes and keeping sleep times consistent.
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How to get the best night’s sleep: what the science says

Chuck the gadgets, the fads and the alarm. Circadian research reveals how important your body’s internal clock is to blissful slumber.

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Science Magazine @science.org · 25d

"I realized I would need to figure out my postdoc personality on my own."

During #NationalPostdocAppreciationWeek, check out this #ScienceWorkingLife story on how one researcher found their way as a postdoc. https://scim.ag/4pqszGX

An illustration of man sitting at desk with scroll rising up and reflecting himself back, with text that says: I wasn’t sure how to be a postdoc. Here’s how I found my way.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · 28d

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 1

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Science Magazine @science.org · Sep 4

In what may be one of Earth’s craziest forms of mimicry, researchers in 2023 reported a species of rove beetle that grows a termite puppet on its back to fool real termites into feeding it.

Learn more on #NationalWildlifeDay: https://scim.ag/4mM2aS9

Austrospirachtha carrijoi, a species of rove beetle, with text that says: Beetle grows ‘termite’ on back to steal food.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Sep 1

Shift your focus from needing to produce groundbreaking results toward learning how to conduct research and develop skills.
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How a Ph.D. is like riding a bike

This researcher struggled in grad school—until he embraced it as a time for learning

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 14

Most scientists focus on building expertise, but the real game-changer is combining your knowledge with strategic relationships.
www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-yo...

Why Your Network Beats Your Next Publication

Today, where over 90% of STEM publications involve multiple authors, traditional success metrics tell only part of the story. The Scientific and Technical Human Capital (STHC) model offers a comprehen...

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 12

Which of these five leadership skills do you find most challenging to develop in academic and research environments?
This infographic is based on a groundbreaking article by Prof. Herminia Ibarra from London Business School.

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INSciTS @inscits.bsky.social · Jul 17

Excited to announce the INSciTS Member Salon! Join us July 30 at 12:45 PM EDT for a lively chat on boosting team engagement. Don't miss it during the SciTS 2025 Conference. Register now and let’s connect! More info: https://julnet.swoogo.com/scits25

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 8

Let us become the change that we want to see in the world. 🙌

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 8

Nature has long understood what many research institutions and organizations still struggle to grasp: collaboration isn’t just ethical, it’s an evolutionary strategy. Altruism within teams may seem like a vulnerability, but across teams, it becomes a superpower.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 6

"Imagine a lab member who consistently disregards deadlines, dismisses colleagues' input, or fails to contribute during grant proposal prep. These so-called “bad apples” can disrupt the team’s rhythm, creating tension that spreads."
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Where Does Conflict Within Teams Originate?

Insights for scientists & research teams In scientific environments, we often celebrate collaboration as the engine of discovery. Yet conflict can surface even in the most well-intentioned teams, some...

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 5

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Aug 1

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 30

What if I told you that our greatest strength as scientists might not be in the telling, but in the asking?

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The Scientist’s Paradox: Why Asking is More Powerful Than Telling

As scientists, we are trained to be experts. From our earliest undergraduate days to the intense scrutiny of our doctoral defenses, we build a career on knowing things and, crucially, on telling ot…

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 28

The BridgUs Lab helps researchers, professionals, and STEM organisations cultivate the inner capacities needed to meet today’s complex challenges.
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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 24

To every PhD wondering about your place in industry: you belong. Your perspective is exactly what modern companies are looking for.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 20

No, you're not a leader in science just because you publish high-impact articles. True leadership involves inspiring people, fostering collaborative research environments, and driving positive changes at all levels, from staff to organizational.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 19

Are you a STEM researcher looking to enhance your leadership and collaboration skills?
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Adriana Bankston @abankston.bsky.social · Dec 26

Looking to build a community of folks working to improve and advance scientific #research, #innovation and #STEMworkforce development. #competitiveness #policy

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 10

In the BridgUs Lab, we imagine a scientific landscape where leadership isn’t about hierarchy but about empowering every voice.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 10

3. Organizations that invest in these skills see improved team retention, stronger partnerships, and more impactful outcomes.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 10

2. Collaborative leadership accelerates progress by reducing silos and fostering psychological safety, so creative ideas flow freely.

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Jadson Jall, PhD @jadsonjall.bsky.social · Jul 10

Why It Matters:

1. Complex problems demand more than technical know-how; they require people who can bridge cultures, disciplines, and institutions.

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