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Research Essentials
A guide to industry-funded research: Types, examples & getting started
This comprehensive guide offers an introduction to the world of industry-funded research, exploring its types, examples, and unique characteristics compared to traditional academic-funded research. It also provides valuable guidance on how to begin or initiate involvement in industry-funded research. Contents…
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Thesis Tips
Minimalist writing for a better thesis
Academic writing is a skill that can be learnt. Students often equate complex and convoluted writing with high academic quality. In reality, concise language and to-the-point messages triumph in academia. Learn about minimalist writing, and how it can benefit your…
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Career Advice
How many conferences postgrads should attend
Conferences are important events in every postgraduate’s career. Therefore, it makes sense that many postgraduate students ask themselves how many conferences they should ideally attend. While the exact number of conferences that a PhD student should (or can) go to…
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Academic Skills
10 tips for engaging your audience in academic writing
This article was written by Eliza McKowan, who works as Academic Editor at AJE. Academic writing is essential to the educational and professional landscape. It is a form of communication used to convey complex ideas and arguments in a clear, concise, and…
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Networking Hacks
Simple strategies to network at academic conferences
Networking at academic conferences can feel overwhelming. However, when you follow six simple strategies, networking at academic conferences is not as difficult as it may…