Putting your research out into the world is an emotional act. Pretend all you like that science is devoid of feeling, but the only way this is true is if your research is just a job. Most of us care about our work to the point that a manuscript submission can feel like sending your …
One of the biggest black holes to fall into during the research process is the literature review. This is particularly true early in your career when it’s easy to feel like you’re not yet an expert in a substantive area. No matter how much you read, there is always more to read. So when should …
There were moments of graduate school when I would wonder “Why do we have to do this?” and “Why do we do things this way?” As someone who tends to think of process and efficiency, there were several aspects of the PhD process that just didn’t seem to be in the best interest of graduate …
Going into a PhD program is a bit like having a baby: Everyone has advice to give and an opinion about what you should do and how you should do it. Like with being a parent, you have to figure out what works best for you and your circumstances. For the most part, folks are …
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