I Did Not Become a PI – Now What?
My dream was to become a principle investigator (PI) one day. I would run my own laboratory and projects. This would allow me to drive my own research and become a renowned expert…
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7 Aspects You Need to Know About Scholarly Publishing
This article features a discussion between several researchers on seven aspects of scholarly publishing. Participants include Dr. Sang-young Park, a bioethics researcher; Dr. Kanti…
How E-learning Courses Are Important for Research and Publishing
When I started my Ph.D., I knew I would be introduced to many new things. I knew the courses would be challenging and that I would have to do a lot of research and writing.…
PhD Program Offers More Than Just a Degree
Pursuing a Ph.D. is a challenge. I was nervous when I started. However, I soon learned that the benefits go beyond academia.
5 Handy Budget Tips for Attending Conferences Abroad
Networking is critical for early career researchers, but many struggle financially to attend conferences. This was the situation Marcos Vasquez, a PhD student, found himself in.
Work-Life Balance: Does “Publish or Perish” Mean Cancelling Holidays?
Have you ever worked on Christmas day? It is one of the most depressing days of the year to work. I had been working hard to finish up my projects ahead of the holiday season, and…
Top Tips for a Great Letter of Recommendation
Preparing a great application is an essential skill for any researcher. However, no application for a job or an academic program is complete without a letter of recommendation.…
6 Simple Ways to Handle a Q&A Session at a Conference
Conference presentations offer an ideal forum to share your work with other researchers and receive feedback. They can take many forms, including short or full papers, round-table…
Thinking About a Ph.D? Here Are 10 Things You Need to Know
A Ph.D. is an academic or professional degree that shows an individual has completed advanced studies in a specialized field. Earning a Ph.D. is a noteworthy achievement and also a…
5 Quick Tips for Dealing With Information Overload
While advances in technology over the past several decades' have made it easier than ever to stay up to date in a particular field, the constant flood of information has also made…
How to Effectively Handle the Challenges of a Ph.D. Program
A Ph.D. is a postgraduate academic degree awarded by universities to a candidate who has performed extensive research in a field of study. The program typically takes between four…
Beating Stage Fright: How to Confidently Present Like a Pro
Giving presentations is part of the job for academics and researchers. But let’s be honest- many people who work in these fields prefer the quiet company of a few lab partners over…
