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Shining a spotlight on the founders of Compass
Welcome to the inaugural post of our blog series, where we shine a spotlight on the driving forces behind COMPASS – three of our founders. Founded in Basel-Stadt late in 2023 by a dynamic group from the Biozentrum, COMPASS is more than just an association; it’s a movement dedicated to…
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Addressing Anxiety and Depression in Academia
Are anxiety and depression, or panic attacks more frequent in people working in academia with respect to the rest of the population? And what are sources of stress that are peculiar to academia and not found elsewhere? Trying to give an answer to these questions, and providing resources to best…
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Red flags of poor mental health
It is easy to recognize a sore knee, toothache, or stomach pain. But often, it is much harder to understand when our minds are not doing well, especially over a prolonged period of time. We’ve prepared some red flags of poor mental wellbeing that may help you in self-assessment: If…
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Introducing Inclusive Language: Respecting Neurodiversity
Language (inclusive language) is a powerful tool that shapes our understanding of the world and each other. It can build bridges of empathy or, conversely, create barriers of misunderstanding. In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of how our language choices impact individuals with neurodivergent traits. Neurodivergence encompasses…