Anmol (he/him) is currently pursuing a double Ph.D. at the University of Groningen and IIT Roorkee. He is working on identifying and understanding mechanisms involved in different cognitive tasks/behaviors (cognitive workload, depression, meditation, etc.) using EEG and Artificial Intelligence (machine learning, deep learning, cognitive modeling). Follow him on Twitter: @chirping_ai

From Stay-at-Home Mom to Doctorate Student at 50

Not all doctoral degrees are earned in your 30s and 40s. While many pursue doctoral degrees during those years to attain professional gains and financial security, this article shows how enrolling in a PhD program in your 50s can bring a fresh lens due to entering a new season of life and finally having a window of opportunity to step outside your comfort zone.

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The Week Before My Viva

Sue Lynn Mah shares her experience preparing for and passing her PhD viva in her article. In the week leading up to the big day, she re-read her thesis, had a mock viva with her supervisor, practiced explaining her work to people outside of her field, and printed out a physical copy of her thesis. Her tips for viva success include picking out your outfit in advance and practicing your elevator pitch.

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