Early career research

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Academic career development advice for early career researchers – and those who manage ECRs – covering time management, writing and funding tips, well-being and networking
By Eliza.Compton, 31 July, 2025
At every stage of the research process, critical thinking acts as a compass – it urges caution against overconfident claims and reminds us that the goal is understanding, not mere output, writes Timo Lorenz
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 26 July, 2025
Early-career academics don’t need senior titles or travel budgets to make a global impact. Here’s how to use what you have to build international partnerships from the ground up – starting with your inbox
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 15 July, 2025
Want to use summer’s student-free time to work on that academic manuscript? Dive into these tips and exercises to craft a more engaging next draft
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4minutes
By Laura.Duckett, 30 June, 2025
Academic blogging can open doors to collaboration and career growth. Discover its benefits, and learn how to build a culture that supports it.
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 25 June, 2025
The secret to establishing a career in academia is focus and deliberate choices, whether the path is into research, teaching or impact. Here, Robert MacIntosh explains why persistence and planning are more important than ever
By Eliza.Compton, 24 June, 2025
A novel scientific discovery can catapult a researcher from the bench to being an entrepreneur. Here, Greta Faccio shares considerations for next steps in commercialising an invention
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3minutes