Support for Scientists

From PhD to Parliament: What I’ve Learned Since Finishing My Science PhD

From PhD to Parliament: What I’ve Learned Since Finishing My Science PhD

Finishing your PhD? Maybe contemplating a career outside of academia? Dr. Sophie Millar shares the lessons she's learnt since finishing her PhD, and gives some insights that might help you embark upon an adventure beyond the lab...

Engaging the Public, Patients and the Next Generation with Your Science

Engaging the Public, Patients and the Next Generation with Your Science

What resources are available to help scientists engage and communicate with public and patient audiences? Dr. Chloe Thomas shares her experience and offers valuable practical advice and information on what support is available, and how you can make the most of it.

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Writing Scientific Papers

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Writing Scientific Papers

Need advice on writing a scientific paper? For a lot of scientists the task of putting pen to paper can feel daunting. To help you prepare and write your next scientific paper with ease, we’ve spoken to our fantastic community of life scientists around the world and put together this Life Scientist's Guide to Writing Scientific Papers. Enjoy!

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Should I do an Internship Abroad? The Whys and Why Nots

Should I do an Internship Abroad? The Whys and Why Nots

Are you considering an internship abroad? Jolien Hendrix from University of Antwerp shares her advice to help you decide whether or not it's right for you...

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Lab Intern... From An Intern’s Perspective

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Lab Intern... From An Intern’s Perspective

With the right planning and preparation, a lab intern can be a truly valuable asset. Here, Joris Van Meenen from the University of Antwerp shares his practical tips on how you can get the most from your intern, whilst ensuring that both your new recruit and the lab reap the rewards!

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Presenting at Conferences

The Life Scientists’ Guide to Presenting at Conferences

How do you cope with nerves when presenting at a conference? What's the best way to practise giving your presentation? And how do you write your content? The Life Scientists' Guide to Presenting at Conferences is packed full of advice from experts, as well as some excellent tips from our community of scientists - helping you deliver your next scientific presentation with confidence and flair!

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10 Tips to Create More Efficiency in the Lab

10 Tips to Create More Efficiency in the Lab

Trying to improve your efficiency in the lab? Hanne Leyson, from the University of Antwerp shares some great advice on how to work smarter, not harder in the laboratory...

Sailing Through Your PhD Thesis: Writing Tips

Sailing Through Your PhD Thesis: Writing Tips

Looking for tips on writing your PhD thesis / dissertation? Dr Zeinab Leila Asgarian from University College London shares her advice on how to write your dissertation, and even enjoy the process!

A Plastic Brain and the Malleability of Bias: Using Neuroscience to Address Underrepresentation in STEM

A Plastic Brain and the Malleability of Bias: Using Neuroscience to Address Underrepresentation in STEM

Mackenzie Lemieux, from the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, and founder of SAID in STEM, shares her thoughts and insights on how we can use neuroscience to address underrepresentation in STEM - find out about SAID, bias in STEM and what we can do about it, in this fascinating article...

Five Essential Tips for Writing Scientific Papers

Five Essential Tips for Writing Scientific Papers

Struggling to get your paper published? Jasmine Pickford from the University of Bristol shares some top tips for early career researchers...