Radhika Vaishnav

PhD, University of Kentucky, United States

A strong advocate of curiosity, creativity and cross-disciplinary conversations

Writing Medical Papers Responsibly in the Age of AI

In clinical research, trust is everything. Artificial Intelligence tools can assist with writing, but cannot validate science. Every sentence generated, revised, or translated using AI should undergo careful human review before submission. Today, one may ask: What remains uniquely human in an AI-assisted research environment? How can one be certain that AI tools have not […]

Ask the Editor: Developing a PhD Mindset

“I don’t use my PhD anymore.” I’ve heard this statement countless times from former researchers who have transitioned into consulting, science communication, policy, publishing, startups, industry, and even entrepreneurship. As someone who completed a Ph.D. in translational neuroscience, mentored graduate students and later transitioned into scholarly publishing, I can understand this feeling. I often wonder […]

Ask the Editor: The High Cost of Cutting Corners in Scientific Writing

Ethical dilemmas in research are often associated with experimental design or data handling, but some of the most consequential missteps occur at the final stage: when research is translated into words. In the “age of AI”, the temptations to use tools are all around – to speed up the process of writing and have a […]

Ask the Editor: Is a good mentor essential for a successful research career?

There is no question that having a good mentor can set you up for success – preferably during your Ph.D. years. One of the biggest investments you can make in your research career is the selection of a good mentor. Having the right advisor for your PhD is extremely crucial to your having a positive […]