KEYED IN

Welcome to Keyed In, the blog of Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society. This will be the go-to place for Sigma Xi members and others to learn about what’s happening in the science and engineering industry. We will share thoughts and perspectives related to Sigma Xi’s mission, including ideas that deal with the health of the research enterprise, integrity in science and engineering, and public understanding of science, as they contribute to improving the human condition. We will give updates about the remarkable work conducted by Sigma Xi chapters, which are spread across the globe. We will report on trends in research and anticipate where the industry is going. And, we will offer advice to young scientists and engineers. Our ultimate goal is to provide useful information that will lead to a more connected and more effective research community.

  • Help Choose the Future Leaders of Sigma Xi

    by Jason Papagan | May 11, 2021
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    The board needs new directors with new points of view and you can make a difference by standing for nomination.
  • 100 Days of Science

    by Jamie Vernon | Apr 27, 2021
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    In this month’s Keyed In blog post, Sigma Xi CEO Jamie Vernon discusses the prominence of science, in both policy and decision making, through the first 100 days of the Biden Administration.
  • Sigma Xi Values and Their Relation to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    by Jason Papagan | Mar 29, 2021
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    President-Elect Robert T. Pennock shares thoughts from his acceptance speech at the 2020 Annual Meeting, and reflects on the Society's responsibility and commitment to the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Improving Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being of Researchers

    by Jamie Vernon | Mar 16, 2021
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    Jamie Vernon, Sigma Xi CEO, discusses the increased concerns over mental and emotional health in the STEMM community, and a new partnership with Happy the App. that will offer free support services for members of the Society.
  • Choosing the Right Leaders

    by User Not Found | Feb 02, 2021
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    The Society relies upon its members to nominate individuals who represent diverse backgrounds and experiences from within the membership and serve the Society well.
  • A New Year Marks a New Era for Science and Engineering

    by Jamie Vernon | Jan 19, 2021
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  • Science Yields the Gift of Hope

    by Jamie Vernon | Dec 15, 2020
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    Sigma Xi Executive Director and CEO, Jamie Vernon, discusses the news of the first non-clinical trial subject in the United States receiving the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against SARS-CoV-2 and the years of medical advancements that made it possible.
  • It’s Time to Restore Scientific Integrity

    by Jamie Vernon | Nov 11, 2020
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    Jamie Vernon, Sigma Xi CEO, discusses how the system has proven to be imperfectly safeguarded and how protections must be established to preserve scientific integrity.
  • 2020 October Madness: Raffle Winners

    by User Not Found | Oct 16, 2020
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    The winner of a free year of Sigma Xi membership dues or a year in the Sigma Xi Affiliate Circle is announced as the conclusion of the 2020 run of October Madness, the Nobel Prize prediction contest.
  • 2020 October Madness: Announcement of Champions

    by User Not Found | Oct 01, 2020
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    The people have spoken about who they predict will win the 2020 Nobel Prizes in chemistry, physics, and physiology or medicine!
  • COVID-19 Poses Mental Health Challenges within the Research Community

    by Jamie Vernon | Sep 29, 2020
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    Anecdotal evidence suggests that COVID-19 is adding to an already prevalent problem and that students, researchers, and educators are facing a mental health crisis.
  • 2020 October Madness: The Finals

    by User Not Found | Sep 25, 2020
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    We're down to the finals of Sigma Xi's Nobel Prize prediction contest, October Madness! Vote through September 30 to pick our champions.
  • 2020 October Madness: Final 4

    by User Not Found | Sep 18, 2020
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    We're down to the Final 4 of Sigma Xi's Nobel Prize prediction contest, October Madness! Vote to make sure your top picks make it to the finals.
  • 2020 October Madness: Elite 8

    by User Not Found | Sep 14, 2020
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    Voting is open for the 2020 Nobel Prize prediction contest, October Madness! Voting for this round is open through September 17.
  • Call for Nominations: October Madness 2020

    by User Not Found | Sep 14, 2020
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    Sigma Xi's Nobel Prize prediction contest is back and needs your nominations by September 2, 2020!
  • Disproportionate Effects of COVID-19 Within Research

    by Jamie Vernon | Aug 24, 2020
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    Studies indicate that the pandemic isn’t affecting all researchers equally.
  • Advice for Virtual Research Presentations

    by User Not Found | Aug 20, 2020
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    Students and Sigma Xi members share their advice for students presenting at the virtual Student Research Conference this November.
  • Keynote Preview: Every Brain Needs Music

    by User Not Found | Aug 14, 2020
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    Neuroscientist Larry Sherman will be a keynote speaker at the virtual Sigma Xi Annual Meeting and Student Research Conference to share what neuroscience tell us about what music does to the human brain.
  • Member Writes Children's Book about Viruses

    by User Not Found | Aug 04, 2020
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    A new book by Sigma Xi member Hannah Margolis helps children and parents learn the basics of viruses as we all face SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The book is available for free online.
  • Sigma Xi Steps Up to Support the Research Community

    by Jamie Vernon | Jul 21, 2020
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    Sigma Xi took multiple actions this month to address issues on behalf of its members and the scientific community. Issues addressed include an Immigration and Customs Enforcement policy that would have affected international students, helping the public understand COVID-19, supporting evidence-based public health guidance, and restricting Facebook advertising.

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