‘The tipping point is coming’: Unprecedented exodus of young life scientists is shaking up academia

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Young life science researchers are leaving academia at unprecedented levels for lucrative jobs in the private sector. Many of them are entering graduate programs already knowing they don’t want to remain in academia long-term, making their time in the ivory tower a pit stop rather than a final destination.

Published by Laura B.

I'm a degreed librarian with over 30 years of experience as an environmental information professional. I'm currently the Illinois Sustainable Technology Center's Sustainability Information Curator and also manage the Center's strategic communications.

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