The Latest Breaking News from Academics

This new article is here. The Introduction: Free speech absolutism has seemingly had its day, inasmuch as scholarly and public (if… The post Journal of Free Speech Law: "Extramural Absolutism," by Deepa Das Acevedo appeared first on Reason.com.

Biologists often form deep bonds with the species they study. For some, that relationship begins early in their careers and shapes decades of research. The connection can be personal, even affectionate, but it can also create tensions when others set their sights on the same species.

Women’s health academics at UCL call for national education programme to combat misinformation and unregulated advice

Academics have said there is a need for a national education programme for women.

Two academics look at the stakes involved with air and water pollution if the EPA's budget is cut.

Director of the CERI at SciencesPo, Stéphanie Balme conducted a study for France Universités, an organisation whose members are presidents of universities, titled “Defending and promoting academic freedom. A global issue, an urgent matter for France and Europe. Findings and proposals for action.” She shares some of her insights here.

Why are we so horrified by difficult topics, asks Steven Pinker

University of Sydney and two academics facing racial discrimination case after colleagues accuse them of racist hate speech

Case taken by academics against two colleagues and the university is considered a major test case for hate speech in Australia