Alison Bert

Hastings-on-Hudson

Executive Editor at Elsevier

Executive Editor @ElsevierConnect (https://t.co/XWheglOZbT) Journalist, photographer—and music prof in previous century. Opinions are mine; follows ≠ endorsements

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Articles

AI and health equity in cancer: 3 areas of progress

Dec 12, 2024 | elsevier.com | Alison Bert

Prof Jakob Kather’s research team at Else Kröner Fresenius Center for Digital Health at TUD Dresden University of Technology in Germany is using AI to revolutionize oncology treatment through biomarker extraction. Dr Karin Dembrower, Senior Breast Radiologist at St Göran’s Hospital in Sweden, is overseeing a program using AI technology for breast cancer screening with promising results.
Honoring the 2024 Nobel Laureates with free access to their research

Oct 6, 2024 | elsevier.com | Alison Bert

Editor’s note: This article will be continually updated with information about the newly announced Nobel Prize winners and access to their research. In the coming days, the 2024 Nobel Laureates are being recognized for their outstanding contributions to science. Winning the Nobel Prize represents decades of probing research that has had a profound impact on humanity. These groundbreaking discoveries reinforce the role of research as a driver of progress.
reframing neurodivergence in science, medicine and society

May 2, 2024 | elsevier.com | Alison Bert

Is autism a superpower? Or is it a characteristic lack of empathy? These and other descriptors — together with a past tendency to view neurodivergent people as needing “fixing” — are in fact unhelpful and even damaging. Editors and publishers can play a powerful role in changing these negative perceptions by the intentional use of affirming, compassionate language and by being allies to the many neurodivergent colleagues we work with.
Does minimalism have a place in research?

Apr 17, 2024 | elsevier.com | Alison Bert

Minimalism is everywhere these days. What started as art(opens in new tab/window) pared down to its essentials in the early 60s soon travelled to the world of music (think Steve Reich and Phillip Glass).
Tracking the impact of research

Mar 12, 2024 | elsevier.shorthandstories.com | Alison Bert |Ian Evans |Alex Walker |Linda Willems

In today’s world — as global challenges seem to mount daily as economic resources decline — measuring the impact of research is becoming increasingly important.
What if the cure is a drug that already exists?

Jan 2, 2024 | elsevier.shorthandstories.com | Jen Tidman |Ann-Marie Roche |Joe Mullen |Alison Bert

The search for cures has never been more pressing. With over 9,000 rare diseases afflicting millions of people worldwide, the toll on patients and their families immeasurable. Add to that the growing burden of cancer: About one in five people develop cancer in their lifetime, but the majority of countries do not cover basic cancer care as part of health services for all citizens, according to the World Health Organization.
Expanding the reach of research

Dec 4, 2023 | elsevier.shorthandstories.com | Alison Bert

4 ways universities are using research and scholarship to help their communities and the world Universities play a lead role in the creation and advancement of scientific research. And as the world grapples with monumental challenges, these institutions are seeking to expand the impact of their research to tackle these challenges. Here, academic leaders reveal how their universities are doing this.
Top 10 stories of 2023

Nov 10, 2023 | elsevier.shorthandstories.com | Alison Bert |Ian Evans |Ann-Marie Roche |Julie Grisham

With our world changing at an ever-accelerating pace, the need to anticipate and adapt to future challenges has never been more critical. We’re facing grand challenges, from climate change, food insecurity and social inequities to healthcare shortages and the unknown long-term effects of generative AI. Fortunately, researchers worldwide are delving into these issues, collaborating across disciplines and boundaries to find creative solutions in their communities and beyond.
Open access research that aims to change the world

Oct 18, 2023 | elsevier.shorthandstories.com | Ian Evans |Alison Bert

Researchers reveal why they choose to publish open access By Milly Sell, Ian Evans and Alison Bert, DMA How you publish and share scientific research is an important choice. It reflects your research goals and the nature of your research. At Elsevier, we offer a range of open access options to fit the needs of researchers, funders and institutions globally.
Honoring the 2023 Nobel Laureates with free access to their research

Oct 2, 2023 | elsevier.com | Alison Bert |Ian Evans

Editor's note: This article will be continually updated with information about the newly announced Nobel Prize winners and access to their research. This week, select scientists from around the world will receive the "magic call." Winning the Nobel Prize is a crowning achievement that represents decades of probing research that has had a profound impact on humanity. Their contributions reinforce the role of research as a driver of progress.