Securing research funding is tough, but the right approach can boost your chances of success. In this guest article, Nicolás Velasco Saragoni shares advice on finding grants, crafting compelling proposals, and turning rejection setbacks into funding success stories!
Who is your greatest role model in science? It’s a question we’ve asked many female scientists on our blog, and it’s always heart-warming when they name another woman as their greatest inspiration! We’ve put together this great collection of celebrated female researchers - as chosen by other women in STEM!
A unique internship program for undergraduate students is seeking applications for its latest cohort. The VIBES program at Yale offers paid opportunities for students to carry out virtual work in cutting-edge biological science projects, and we spoke to one of the organising team to find out more!
For life science researchers, learning how to write high-quality scientific papers is an essential skill to master. If you want to give your research the best possible platform for publication, check out these 10 common science writing mistakes - and the top tips you’ll need to avoid these nasty errors!
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!
