Turning Research Papers into a Podcast: Productivity Hacks

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What if there was an alternative to reading when your eyes need a rest, or while waiting for coffee, or sitting in traffic? SciSpace’s innovative podcast tool transforms your research paper backlog into bite-sized audio summaries. Turn idle moments into productive learning sessions by listening to key research insights while cooking, commuting, or exercising – helping you decide which papers deserve your full attention.

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Tips for Your First Six Months of PhD Success

Tess Watt encourages you to seek opportunities beyond your department and institution for broader growth, and to be mindful of your time by saying no to things that don’t support your career advancement.

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