Tag: research
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Speculation vs. science: not all studies are created equal (in Mindcraft Stories)
I wrote for the science magazine Mindcraft Stories about how quality studies differ from knee-jerk studies and why it's important not to draw conclusions too quickly from small sample research.
In communication, researchers are being asked by the press and the public to drop the nuances, to stop being so cautious, to risk a forecast. But at these times, I think the reverse is the case: the public needs to understand what the limitations of a study mean, small sample, conclusions not validated by peer review and pure speculation.
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Why promote research: public money for higher education in Romania is below 2008 levels
Public investment in higher education is below the level of 12 years ago (20% less). The number of students has decreased by 31% compared to 2008: the number of employees by 11% (for academic positions) and 3% for administrative positions. The increase in funding from 2015-2018 comes mainly from salary increases.