Ellyse Perry

VIDEO : What do Editors Look for in Research Papers?

Discover what journal editors and reviewers are looking for when they assess your manuscript and boost your chances of publication.

Biases in Peer Review: Types, Examples, & Mitigation Strategies

Explore common biases in peer review, from confirmation bias to prestige bias. See real-world examples and discover effective strategies to reduce bias and improve research fairness.

Interview with Michael Wilhide: Making a career transition to medical laboratories

You may be a seasoned scientist with years of experience in academic research or industry. Or you may be someone who is interested in science and wants to be part of the team behind the scenes. One career path worth considering is becoming a medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist. We feature here an interview with guest Michael Wilhide, who brings us into his journey from research scientist to medical laboratory professional.

SLIDE DECK : Between Promise and Practice: What AI Still Can’t Do

Artificial intelligence has rapidly become an integral part of academic research, offering powerful capabilities for literature synthesis, data analysis, and ideation. For doctoral students, these tools present both unprecedented opportunities and significant risks. While AI can accelerate certain aspects of research and writing, its misuse can undermine the very foundations of rigorous academic inquiry. The challenge lies not in avoiding AI entirely, but in understanding its limitations and applying it judiciously. Here, we go through critical pitfalls that can derail research work when AI is used inappropriately.