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A survey found that nearly 40% of respondents reported having disorganized and poor-communicating supervisors, leading to early-career researchers leaving academia. The article also highlights promising results in treating a hard-to-treat cancer and discusses AI's potential impact on social sciences.

Young academics with PhDs are leaving academia due to intense competition for limited university jobs, prompting a shift toward industry careers. The oversupply of qualified candidates has made academic positions increasingly unattainable, driving professionals to explore opportunities outside traditional research roles.

The article discusses burnout in academia and how individuals can cope with it to finish their PhD. Burnout is a systemic problem that requires individual steps to overcome. The article was published in Nature on May 6, 2026.