What Makes a Good Research Supervisor?
Understanding Expectations
For research supervisors, the role is assigned as part of a broader and more complex faculty role that may include teaching responsibilities,…
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What Constitutes a Good Research?
The Declining Art of Good Research
We seem to be compromising our commitment to good research in favor of publishable research, and there are a combination of trends that are…
Non-Academic Careers for Academics
Have you ever thought about a career outside of academia? Maybe you’re in a field where it’s relatively common to do so. But even if you’re not, the academic job market has been so…
Research Competition — Is It a Challenge?
The Potential of Research Competitions
There is no doubt that research competitions can inspire creative solutions to problems and significant scientific breakthroughs:…
Why Academic Tenure is a Big Problem?
What is Tenure?
Tenure (from the Latin tenere, meaning to hold or keep) dates back to efforts to protect academic freedom in religious schools in the 18th century.
While the…
What To Do When You Get Bored With Your Research Topic
Let’s face it, researching and writing a dissertation or a book means you’re going to spend a long time thinking about one, very narrow topic. Because of this, it’s common for…
Multitasking for Scientific Researchers: Pros and Cons
The term multitasking refers to moving quickly between different areas of work without losing focus. Some people are really good at it, while others find it terribly stressful and…
Switching Mentors: Does It Help a Researcher?
At some point in their career, many researchers feel that communication with their mentor is ineffective, but other researchers say that good relations with mentors are possible…
Ways to Mentor the Next Generation of Scientific Researchers
The world is changing fast and we communicate even faster. The new generation of students are used to a system in which information circulates constantly through new media that…
How to Write a Winning, 3-Part Conference Proposal
Most conferences receive more proposals than they can include, so how can you ensure that your's ends up in the program? In general reviewers are looking for papers that integrate…
How Can a Researcher Use a Library Effectively?
Although every library has outreach and support programs tailored to the needs of its primary users, some types of formal initiative are common to all. One of these is the…
Maximizing Your Time: When to Research, When to Write, When to Edit
What’s the Difference?
Every person has both a different writing and learning style. Every student works on research papers differently. Those working on advanced degrees have the…