Advice To A Scientist

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As an academic writing coach, here are the 5 most common mistakes I see researchers make when they write their Discussion sections. A thread. 🧵 #PIchat #newPI #ECRchat — Mistake #1: Providing paragraphs of background information 📝 The Introduction section is meant for context. In the Discussion section, any mentioned background info needs to be *discussed* together with your own findings. — Mistake #2: Expecting the reader to have read all previous sections 💡 Tell the whole story by restating the problem you are solving with your study so that readers understand the motivation for your research. — Mistake #3: Describing the purpose and result of each experiment 🔬 This should be provided in the Results section. The Discussion is for actually *discussing* your findings, i.e. how your study has changed the state of the art and what the potential implications are. — Mistake #4: Too general implication statements 🌍 Avoid too broad statements that could mean everything and nothing. Be specific when you describe the potential implication of your findings even when some of them are speculative. — Mistake #5: Skipping the discussion altogether 🚫 Discussion sections are helpful for fellow researchers, journal editors and also journalists! If you have a combined Results & Discussion section, don't forget to include the discussion part! — TL;DR: The 5 most common mistakes in the Discussion section: #1: Providing too much background info #2: Not restating the motivation of your study #3: Describing the purpose of each experiment #4: Too general implication statements #5: Skipping the discussion altogether

Want to research for a living? Here are 11 places you can get paid to research outside of the uni… @academicchatter #Phdlife roostervane.com/11-places/

It is OK to be selfish and say “no” to committee requests as needed. Read more about gender and diversity in academia: buff.ly/3IDGOEA #minority #gender #diversity #academia #stemeducation #stemcareers #careeradvice #careertips #academicchatter #phdchat

10 tips for starting your PhD program: 1. Manage your time well 2. Your literature review is important 3. Learn new skills More below 👇 Read this PhD Story, sponsored by @paperpile thephdplace.com/10-things-i-wi…

Noise is a secret destroyer of productivity. It is secret because it impacts cognition, not effort, so we don’t notice, but a 10db noise increase (from a dishwasher to a vacuum) lowers productivity by 5%. Noise is also greater in poorer neighborhoods... joshuatdean.com/wp-content/upl…

Learn to differentiate between tasks of mastery and pleasure, and build a routine that includes both More tips on work-life balance: buff.ly/3o5yLJz #worklifebalance #worklifeharmony #selfcare #phdlife #scientistlife #careeradvice #careertips #academicchatter #phdchat

Doing A PhD Can Be A Lonely Journey. Starting A Support Group Will Make Your Life So Much Better. @AndreaPerino1 shares the benefits: ✍️ Celebrate your wins ✨ Create a safe space 📚 Empower each other Read this PhD Story, sponsored by @paperpile thephdplace.com/starting-a-sup…

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How to eliminate anxiety: - Sleep - Hydrate - Exercise - Meditate - Pray to God - Get sunlight - Eat healthily - Journal daily - Keep learning - Deep breathing - Express gratitude - Do things you love - Avoid toxic people - Moderate caffeine intake - Work toward your purpose

Hi science twitter - any tips on presenting a poster? I’m going to a conference soon and the last time I presented a poster was in 2016 during my senior year of college 😳😬

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Before deciding to switch scientific fields, it is IMPORTANT to first clarify two concepts: Hobby vs Career and Switch vs Modify. Learn more: buff.ly/3MOxDE6 #stemeducation #stemcareers #careeradvice #careertips #careerchange #careerswitch #academicchatter #phdchat

It's easy to get overwhelmed by job search advice on social media. Cut through the noise and develop a strategy tailored to your career goals with my free training for PhDs. fromphdtolife.com/phd-job-search…

If you are thinking about switching scientific fields, here are some points you should consider 🤔 Find out more: buff.ly/3MOxDE6 #stemeducation #stemcareers #careeradvice #careertips #careerchange #careerswitch #academicchatter #phdchat

"Bullying is a means for mediocre scientists to rise to the top. Some star academics reached their position because they are bullies, not in spite of it." - Excellent piece about bullying in academia (and really any other professional environment). nature.com/articles/s4156…

What parts of academia will never be replaced by AI?

Thought about switching scientific fields or changing your career? Douglas' story is for you: buff.ly/3TUv2tF #computerengineering #syntheticbiology #engineering #biology #stemeducation #stemcareers #careeradvice #careerchange #careerswitch #academicchatter #phdchat

5 reasons that job-searching as a PhD is hard (and at least 1 solution): a 🧵

Looking to pursue a Ph.D. degree? Let me help you find the right opportunity! Share your research interests with me, and I'll provide you with relevant vacancies. lest help each other! #PhD #research #hiring #education @PhDVoice