Tips for PhD Students & Postdocs

International collaborations can promote creativity, synergy, and new discoveries. But many young researchers struggle when it comes to joining such international collaborations.…

Entering graduate school to complete a doctorate degree is one of the most important decisions in an academic’s research career. This decision requires a logical evaluation of…

Academia is increasingly becoming the alternative career path, as researchers and leading journals tout the value of broader career prospects. Several limitations cause dismal…

In recent times, science and research have become increasingly globalized endeavors that take place across institutions, industries, and borders. Knowing how to build and maintain…

An ideal academic CV (Latin for “course of life”) is the first step towards your academic “dream job.” In today’s competitive environment, your CV needs to stand out in order to…

You are a PhD graduate with a great business idea. How do you convert your academic research into a successful business? Is it possible to become an academic entrepreneur?…

Completing a PhD is a very stressful albeit rewarding experience. Statistically, many scientists move to the US for postdoctoral training, predominantly in the sciences, owing to…

Choosing the right research topic is quite often a daunting task, especially for PhD students. However, developing a good research question has a positive impact on students’…