Collaborating for the win
These examples highlight the elements of successful collaborations and pinpoint some pitfalls to avoid
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Crowdsourcing goes academic with platforms for reviewing advisers
Founders aim to help students and postdocs find the right mentor for them -
Building community as a career
Community management offers a variety of opportunities for scientists who want to extend their impact beyond the bench -
Immerse yourself for intensive learning
Boot camps, summer schools, and retreats can enrich your training -
Do I make myself clear? Media training for scientists
Media savviness previously consisted of on-the-job training. Now, more universities and organizations are offering programs to help scientists get their message across to the public. -
When it comes to having a family and an academic career, find what works for you
Communication, flexibility, and creativity can help you get it done -
The scientific swerve: Changing your research focus
Hitting refresh on your research carries risks but also benefits. -
How to budget your grant proposal
An accurate, convincing budget is a crucial component for your grant application -
From selfies to selfless: Managing multigenerational teams
Gen Ys, Gen Xs, and Boomers all have different communications and management styles. How do you build and keep your team cohesive and productive? -
Five sneaky motivation killers to avoid in graduate school
These tips will help you maximize your productivity -
What to know before starting your Ph.D. program
Current Ph.D. students and postdocs share their hard-earned lessons -
Should you go to grad school?
A doctoral program is a serious commitment, so prospective students need to weigh their options -
Should you consider another degree after your Ph.D.?
For post-Ph.D. career changers, going back to school can be beneficial, but prospective students also need to consider the costs -
Through internships, Ph.D. students expand their skills and explore their options
As internship opportunities expand, doctoral candidates reap the benefits -
Congress says your work is wasteful. Now what?
Being listed in a “Wastebook” can be scary, but researchers come out unscathed—and find that it can actually be a useful learning experience -
The benefits of awards—even if you don’t win
Putting together applications and seeking nominations can bring their own professional rewards
