Which skills should postdocs be working on for long-term academic success? How can becoming a mentor take you closer to your dream of being a PI? In this article we look at simple ways for postdocs to expand their skill set, and share useful resources to help every life scientist build a strong foundation for academic success!
For women and non-binary people of color in academia today, the path to success in doctoral education is rarely an easy one. However, support is now available through Cohort Sistas, an organisation offering valuable digital resources and mentoring programs. We spoke to Dr Joanne Kamens who told us more about the importance of diversity and inclusion in academia…
Starting a PhD can be daunting and your first week as a doctoral student can come with a unique set of challenges. We spoke to three PhD students to ask them about their experiences of starting out on their PhD research, the lessons they've learned so far, and their top tips for making it through that all-important first week!
For senior life science academics, balancing research and teaching commitments can create many challenges, with high workloads and often conflicting priorities. In this new article, Professors Elek Molnar and Clea Warburton from the University of Bristol share their experiences of teaching the next generation of scientists, and their tips for successfully balancing research work with teaching commitments...
This year Hello Bio are celebrating their 10th anniversary - 10 years of supporting scientists with their expertise, a ground-breaking blog and their famous low prices! We spoke to cofounders Steve, James and Sam to find out what the last decade has meant to them…
Awareness of neurodiversity has increased considerably in recent years, and when neurodivergent employees are properly supported, their unique skills and abilities can bring huge value to the workplace. In this article we recognise and celebrate those skills, and share ways in which you can make your lab more inclusive for everybody!
The intensity of research work brings with it a unique set of pressures, and sometimes the mental health of a working scientist can be stretched to the point of burnout. In this new article Dr Noelia Dominguez Falcon explains why it’s important to share our personal experiences, and offers practical tips for managing stress and anxiety in the lab.
What are the pros and cons of an academic career in science? Which skills should you develop for the best chance of success in an industry role? In this great new article we speak to two STEM careers experts who share their advice and top tips for early career life scientists who are choosing between academic and non-academic career paths.
An international society dedicated to supporting early career researchers in regenerative medicine is hosting an exciting symposium in Spain later this year. We spoke to Lea Wood, a committee member with the Future Investigators of Regenerative Medicine, who told us more about the upcoming FIRM Symposium 2024...
To celebrate International Women’s Day we’ve compiled a list of ten effective support networks that offer community advice, mentoring schemes, in-person events and much more to help women in STEM succeed in their chosen fields. If you’re a female researcher looking for advice on a particular topic, these networks could be a great place to start!
