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Beauty and wonder of science boosts researchers’ well-being

Brian Owens · March 17, 2022 ·

Appreciating the phenomena they study helps scientists to persevere in the face of setbacks.

Scientists’ ability to experience wonder, awe and beauty in their work is associated with higher levels of job satisfaction and better mental health, finds an international survey of researchers. Read more in Nature.

Nature burnout, jobs, science, well-being

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