Declining Interest in Academic Careers
When individuals begin their Ph.D. studies, the majority of them are hoping for a career in academics. But for some reason or another, many change their minds throughout the process. Why do so many students, at the completion of a Ph.D. and sometimes even their postdoctoral fellowship, decide that an academic career isnāt for them? […]
Science and Academic Careers at Small Liberal Arts Colleges
When pursing science and a career in academics, the institution is extremely important. Choosing a small liberal arts college, formerly known as a baccalaureate institution is different from a large research university. Liberal arts colleges focus on the education of undergraduates. Offering a broad education with excellent teachers and research opportunities, there are two main […]
Institution- or Mentor-Based Research – Which One is Better?
A good research undertaking always has a comprehensive plan. A serious researcher does take time to draw up a proposal to show to the approving authorities the basic research purpose that is self-explanatory yet comprehensive. As a matter of interest, new and early-stage investigators need to form a detailed plan of action to be able […]
Knowledge Translation: The Missing Link between Research and Practice
Introduction Knowledge translation is a fundamental scientific paradigm, aiming to close the gap between research and practice.Ā Although health researchers and pharmaceutical companies do not hesitate to invest a fortune in research areas, such as biomedical research, clinical trials, risk management, and professional development; data shows that healthcare systems worldwide fail to provide affordable services […]
The Impact of Social Media on Knowledge Dissemination
In this age of the internet, knowledge can be shared instantly and people are able to access information quicker and easier than ever before. Social Media is the most effective tool for sharing and marketing. Scientists and researchers need to use this tool to their advantage in order to promote their work and share information […]
Using Social Media to Create an Online Academic Portfolio
The rise of the internet and subsequently, social media, has had many implications for society. The internet has changed the way academia works and how research is done. Social media specifically, has changed the way we interact and connect with people. It is important to understand exactly what social media is, so it is operationally […]
Data Analysis Part 2: A cost-benefit analysis of coding bootcamps
Editor: Coding boot camps are becoming increasingly popular, and there are publicly validated data sets that we analyzed to understand what happens to these graduates. In a two-part series, ConductScience looks at both the 1) outcomes as well as a 2) cost-benefit analysis. Ā Wondering whether attending a coding boot camp is worth your time […]
Data Analysis Part 1: What are the outcomes of coding boot camps?
Editor: Coding boot camps are becoming increasingly popular, and there are publicly validated data sets that we analyzed to understand what happens to these graduates. In a two-part series, ConductScience looks at both the 1) outcomes as well as a 2) cost-benefit analysis. So you donāt have a computer science degree but you want to […]
Citation Indicators ā Alternative to Impact Factors
The need for Alternatives to Impact Factors Impact factors are prevalent as they have various implications, strong background, and clear formula. However, there are some issues that may arise: often impact factors do not consider factors, such as the area of work, citation patterns, or length of the journals. As a result, experts claim that […]