OSH News

Behind scientific progress, research work often involves demanding conditions that can affect mental health and well-being. 

An OSHwiki article looks at the psychosocial risks faced by researchers, showing how insecurity, intense workloads and a highly competitive culture can shape daily working life in academia and research institutes.

The article also underlines the need for supportive workplaces, good management and stronger organisational action to protect researchers’ wellbeing. Research may be deeply rewarding, but that should not come at the cost of health. 

Read the full OSHwiki article Researchers and psychosocial risks