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Authors are often disappointed when their manuscript is rejected after initial screening and are left wondering what was wrong with the paper and why it was not even…
- Kakoli Majumder
- March 14, 2016
To be a successful researcher, it is imperative that you make optimum use of the time available to you. Effective time-management not only helps avoid the last-minute…
- Kakoli Majumder
- December 5, 2019
With universities closed, no lab work, and conferences cancelled, many researchers are unable to make headway with their research. This article provides some tips on…
- Kakoli Majumder
- April 2, 2020
Researchers tend to form close-knit communities with other researchers in their specific areas of study. Breaking into these closed communities and getting noticed can…
- Clarinda Cerejo
- November 1, 2013
This is a series of short articles dedicated to several aspects of how a foreign researcher can plan a successful postdoctoral experience in the United States.
- Emma Perez-Costas
- February 19, 2015
Once you have planned your roadmap for postdoc abroad, you need to find a suitable laboratory to achieve your goals. This post provides useful tips on how to look out…
- Emma Perez-Costas
- February 27, 2015
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are a great source for research funding. Could they be right for you? Read more to learn why they are different from other sources…
- Alagi Patel
- January 31, 2014
For many, postdoctoral life coincides with taking on new personal responsibilities that may include starting a family, buying a house, or paying off student loans. A…
- Dr. Shivanee Shah
- February 22, 2018
With the evolving nature of the scholarly landscape, researchers now have access to many different tools to manage different aspects and stages of their workflow and…
- Kakoli Majumder
- December 7, 2017
Discussions about peer review usually revolve around incentivizing peer review, acknowledging reviewers, and making their contribution count. But isn’t being a peer…
- Sneha Kulkarni
- September 22, 2016