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5 Great New Year resolutions for researchers in 2023
New year resolutions for researchers can be a great start to build good habits. And it takes no more than cultivating positive habits to invite success and achievement in your research journey. What...
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Back to work after holidays: 7 Tips to avoid feeling overwhelmed
Going back to work after holidays can be stressful; use these tips to plan aheadImage by creativeart on Freepik There is often nothing more relaxing and rejuvenating than taking a much-deserved break...
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Mental health in academia: 5 Ways to nurture researcher well-being
Improved mental health in academia can boost overall satisfaction and productivity levels.Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels While there has been recent focus on researcher well-being, there is still...
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PhD student lifestyle: 6 Steps to create the perfect routine
Create a routine for your PhD student lifestyle to boost your productivity and manage your time betterPhoto by Ivan Samkov on Pexels Most budding academics quickly come to realize that the PhD student...
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Top 10 qualities and characteristics of a good researcher
Becoming a good researcher requires time, dedication, key skills and attributes, and a lot of hard work!(Image by cookie_studio on Freepik) Year after year, people with different personalities and...
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Bullying in academia: 7 Strategies to mitigate academic bullying
Academic bullying can eat away at a researcher’s mental health, self-esteem, and confidence.Photo by Yan Krukau on Pexels Bullying in academia is a serious issue that has emerged as a key stress...
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ChatGPT and authorship in research: What top publishers are saying
Over the past few months, the Internet has been abuzz with talk about ChatGPT, which has put a spotlight on the increasingly advanced capabilities of artificial intelligence (AI) writing tools. Built...
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Top 16 Digital Tools That Every Researcher Should Know About
Digital tools for researchers can help simplify, accelerate, and optimize various stages of the research journey. (Image by creativeart on Freepik) Using digital tools for researchers effectively can...
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From test tubes to triumphs: 10 Ground-breaking contributions by women in...
Women in research have made significant contributions to science, breaking barriers and advancing our understanding of the world around us. Despite facing discrimination and obstacles, women in...
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PhD student life: 11 Strategies to put your career on the growth track
Find and grab every opportunity in your PhD student life to set yourself up for success. (Image by Anete Lusina on Pexels) The PhD student life can be both exciting and challenging. A typical day in a...
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What is a Research Paradigm? Types of Research Paradigms with Examples
If you’re a researcher, you’ve probably heard the term “research paradigm.” And, if you are a researcher, especially if you haven’t been trained under the social sciences, you are probably confused by...
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What is quantitative research? Definition, methods, types, and examples
Quantitative research is used to validate or test a hypothesis through the collection and analysis of data. (Image by Freepik) If you’re wondering what is quantitative research and whether this...
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How to choose a PhD program: 7 Key considerations
Figuring out how to choose a PhD program is one of the most defining moments in your research journey. (Image by 8photo on Freepik) One of the most common questions among budding researchers is how to...
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How to become a good lab manager
Learning how to become a good lab manager requires skills and proficiencies beyond science. (Image by Freepik) Most young scientists and researchers are eager to learn how to become a good lab manager....
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How to become a peer reviewer: 5 Considerations for first-time reviewers
Peer review serves as a critical quality control mechanism in scholarly publishing, and every researcher wants to know how to become a peer reviewer. Peer reviewers are tasked with shaping the...
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Interdisciplinary research: Advantages, disadvantages, and benefits for...
The past few years have seen a steady growth in interdisciplinary research as the boundaries between scientific fields slowly begin to blur. Today, interdisciplinary research is being seen as the most...
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Lab Safety Rules: 8 Best Practices for Students and Researchers
Are you aware of the essential lab safety rules for students? If not, you’re not alone. While working in a laboratory can be an exhilarating experience, especially for students, it also exposes them...
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Academic tenure: Advantages and disadvantages
For many researchers, getting academic tenure is often viewed as the cherished goal in a long and challenging academic journey. The academic tenure process grants professors and researchers job...
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PhD Progress: 4 Ways to measure your academic progress
The road to acquiring a PhD degree is often fraught with challenges and self-doubt, especially since there’s no set guidelines to measure PhD progress. It requires a high level of intellectual...
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The power of a mother’s support: Stories from researchers across the world
Being a mom is one of the toughest jobs in the world. It’s a full-time responsibility that demands immense dedication, patience, and love. But what happens when your child grows up to be a researcher,...
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