Academic Skills – PhD Students
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How to write a convincing research statement
Research statements are a common requirement in academic job applications. A research statement presents an applicant’s research profile, past accomplishments and future research plans. Writing a convincing research statement is an art that can be learnt, and should be practised…
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Co-authorship guidelines to successfully co-author a scientific paper
Collaborating on research and co-authoring a scientific journal paper is a common practice in academia. For early career scholars, co-authorship can be a great stepping stone. Five concrete co-authorship guidelines can prevent conflicts and frustrations while co-authoring academic papers. Contents…
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How to peer review an academic paper
Academic journals are dependent on peer reviews to publish high-quality articles. PhD students can greatly benefit from becoming peer reviewers. Read about how you can become a peer reviewer, how to write a review and the dos and don’ts of…