Intersectionality in Academia: Dealing with diverse perspectives
What Is Intersectionality in Academia?
Intersectionality in academia refers to the recognition and study of the interconnected nature of various social identities and forms of…
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Meritocracy and Diversity in Science: Increasing inclusivity in STEM education
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has rendered a ruling that race can no longer be considered as a factor in university admissions. This verdict has significant…
Addressing Microaggressions in Academia: 3 key strategies for creating supportive and respectful environments
Microaggressions in academia can take many forms — a professor asking a student of color if they are a diversity hire, a student making a joke about a woman's appearance in a STEM…
Avoiding the AI Trap: Pitfalls of relying on ChatGPT for PhD applications
The PhD application process can be both daunting and enjoyable, where one tends to make a lot of mistakes and learn from them. Each institution or laboratory has its own…
The Future of Research Writing: Top universities, publishers, and policymakers share insights on ChatGPT and AI integration
While some argue that AI-generated texts can save time and improve efficiency, others worry about the impact on the quality of writing and the ethics of replacing human writers…
Becoming a High-achieving Researcher: 10 key qualities you need to succeed
Are you someone who is passionate about scientific research? To boldly go where no one has gone before, uncovering new knowledge and making groundbreaking discoveries? For…
Reviving Your Research Career: Overcoming the roadblocks of resuming research after a long gap
It could be a family emergency, a desire to try out a new career path — write a book or develop an app, or just need a break from the daily grind to work on yourself. There are…
Being a Research Blogger: The art of making an impact on the academic audience with your blog
Are you a researcher or an academic who blogs about your work? Do you want to engage with an academic audience, but don't know how? If so, you may be wondering how to best reach…
10 Ways to Help Students Restore Focus on Learning
Are you a student looking for ways to concentrate during a discussion or while studying? Or are you an educator struggling to restore your students’ focus?
You should understand…
Whichever Universe, It’s Not So STRANGE to Be a DOCTOR of Philosophy! (It’s a Superpower, Indeed!)
“PhDs, Assemble!”
Donned as a badge of honor, the “Doctor” as a prefix to your name is just getting you closer to relating with the superheroes you’ve been imitating all this…
Aiming for Academic Tenure? – 5 Things You Should Know Before Applying!
Considered as one of the most coveted achievements in an academic career, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say, “Nothing satiates an academic than a tenure!” The academic tenure…
Statement of Purpose Vs. Personal Statement – A Guide for Early Career Researchers
You were busy gathering information on how to apply for PhD programs abroad and you came across terms like Statement of Purpose (SOP), personal statement, letter of recommendation,…