Not that Kind of Grant Application: Tales of Career Development Awards

Pipette Protagonist, PhD

Spoiler: It’s more about career development than science!

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When Polite Isn't Going to Cut It: Calling Out Everyday Sexism at Conferences

Fighty Squirrel, PhD, Awe.Some.

What do you do when you are at an academic meeting and see the only woman on a panel not being given a chance to speak? If you're Marilee Talkington, …

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Creating Effective Infographics: An Interview with a Pro

Britteny Watson-Ivey

Studies show infographics are an effective way to reach a broader audience. We talked with a pro to find out how to make the most impactful infographics.

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"Psst....Pass Me Those Aims?" How You Can See Everyone's Full Grant Application.

Fighty Squirrel, PhD, Awe.Some.

Ever wonder what your competitors are doing? Just file a FOIA and you can read their grants. Your institution is probably already doing it.

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Nerdy Science Gifts for All

Helen Bird

We surveyed grad students, post docs, and faculty to bring you the best and most thoughtful gifts for academics.

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What to Wear to a Conference (to Look Like the Pro You Are)

Aimee Edgeworth

Fashion doesn't have to be your forte, anyone can make a solid first impression with these tips.

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MARCH MADNESS: Brackets Benefitting STEM Education. Play with Darwin's Balls!

Fighty Squirrel, PhD, Awe.Some.

Academics! Play a March Madness Bracket Now Benefitting Kids STEM Education! #DarwinsBalls

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Are We in a Mentoring Crisis?

Josh Fessel, MD, PhD

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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Not that Kind of Investment: Tales of Time Commitment

Pipette Protagonist, PhD

Spoiler: Your most precious commodity is time.

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Using Timelines to Diagnose Problems in Career Planning

Katherine Hartmann, MD, PhD

Translating intended goals into a single simple image as a timeline is a powerful tool for staying on track.

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