“Just Do Good Science”: How I Became Inspired to Encourage and Support Academics
As an academic, I have seen some of the overly critical environment that can exist within academia. It's a world that focuses solely on publications and work, often at the expense of everything else....
The Unseen Sacrifices of PhD Students and Why They Deserve Appreciation
As a professor and someone who has gone through the PhD journey myself, I understand the complex identity that PhD students hold. On the one hand, they are students, engaged in rigorous academic...
Greeting young scholar, with books in your hands, Your journey has just begun in the land of PhD! Many challenges lay ahead, so take careful heed, To the lessons that you learn, and the...
Leveraging the Power of Social Media in Science Research: Challenges, Solutions and Impact
Summary This blog post explores the use of social media and online community building in PhD science, highlighting the benefits and challenges of using these tools in the scientific process. The...
As a PhD, researcher, or professor, it can be easy to get caught up in the external rewards and validation that come with our work. We strive for high citation counts, seek out grant funding, and aim...
10 Financial Things That Even Business Professors Do Not Do (and They Should)
Invest 15% of everything they make in index funds and well-performing growth stock mutual funds. This is a great way to ensure long-term growth and stability in your investments. What do I invest in?...
