From pipeline to network: We need to redefine scientific success

by Alexandra A.-T. Weber

The traditional pipeline view of academia no longer reflects the reality of scientific careers. Reframing success as a network of paths recognizes excellence in its many forms, fostering a more inclusive, resilient, and socially engaged research culture. The traditional pipeline view of academia no longer reflects the reality of scientific careers. This Perspective reframes success as a network of paths recognizes excellence in its many forms, with the aim of fostering a more inclusive, resilient, and socially engaged research culture.