10 Takeaways for Managing Undergraduate Research Assistants

Helen Bird

With guidance, undergrads can be reliable, competent and self-motivated young scientists who are an integral part of your research team.

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Are We in a Mentoring Crisis?

mark.mcever@vumc.org

Two out of every five trainees need more than what they're getting in terms of mentorship. It's time to figure out how to help them.

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Academic Non-Renewal: Don’t Think it Can’t Happen to You

Dr Liz, PhD

Three years ago this week, I was given my 1-year’s notice that my tenure track Assistant Professor job would be non-renewed.

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Research Manuscripts Should Tell Really Good Stories

Aimee Edgeworth

Does your research paper have a climax? Improve scientific writing with these storytelling techniques from Dr. Rafael E. Luna.

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Four Things You Can Do Now That You're Mad About Academic Harassment

Fighty Squirrel, PhD, Awe.Some.

The NASEM report on sexual harassment in academia was depressing AF. Now what? Four things you can do this instant to help women in STEM.

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Using NIH RePORTER to Find Your Guide

Rebecca Helton, MA

Use Matchmaker to find Program Officials of active grants similar to yours. Here's how.

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Storytelling with Data: A Data Visualization Guide

Pat Bird, MHSA, MA (Conflict Transformation)

Bring your posters, proposals, and papers to life by becoming a more effective data storyteller.

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The Benefits of Flying Solo

Cristina Espinosa-Diez, PhD

For the past three years, I went to all the meetings and conferences by myself. Here's why flying solo can be good for you, too.

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10 Reasons to Use Trello for Any Size Team

Aimee Edgeworth

Use Trello as a virtual task-manager app that lets you coordinate tasks, timelines, and goals to get more done.

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All About My Mentor

Cristina Espinosa-Diez, PhD

Before you start your next odyssey, ensure you have the right mentors, enjoy your sail and make it to port safe and sound.

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