Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on computational biology early career researchers: A global retrospective study.

ABSTRACT: The COVID-19 pandemic led to devastating physical, psychological, and financial impacts on millions of people across the world. Amidst a rapidly evolving research landscape, the global scientific community was forced to swiftly adapt to novel working methods, including remote collaboration tools, virtual conferences, and online research platforms. Surveys of life sciences researchers have indicated that computational biologists experienced less disruption and a smoother transition to remote working than experimental biologists, due to their reduced reliance on laboratory equipment. Despite this adaptability, the sudden shift to remote work, compounded by stress and social isolation, has posed significant mental health challenges for these workers. However, remote work has also facilitated

SUBMITTER: Eranti P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12527158 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature