Hoang-Phuc Pham is a PhD student in Polymer Science at the University of Connecticut. He was born in Vietnam and spent six years in Taiwan for his undergraduate and master’s degrees in Chemical Engineering at the National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. In addition to research, he is enthusiastic about helping PhD peers become more productive and overcome the shared difficulties of a PhD journey. Hoang-Phuc is especially interested in the arts of multidisciplinary communication and storytelling, recognizing their increasing relevance, even though formal education often neglects these vital skills.

How Generation Z Can Thrive in a PhD

This insightful article highlights how young Gen Z academics can make the most of their unique skills and attributes cultivated by their generational upbringing, and propel themselves towards achieving triumph in their PhD programme and beyond.

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90 and Thriving: Dr Bronwyn Herbert’s Later-in-Life PhD Kept Her Feeling Younger

At ninety years old, Dr Bronwyn Herbert has completed her PhD at the University of Queensland, Australia. The PhD Place had the pleasure of interviewing her across the globe to share her inspiring story with our readers! Drawing on her extensive career in social work and her wealth of life experience, Bronwyn promotes the joy of lifelong learning and showcases the power of resilience that every PhD student can seek to emulate.

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Effective Spoken Communication in Academia

Spoken communication is a critical skill in academia, requiring clarity, engagement, and adaptability to effectively share research or teach complex concepts. Whether you’re presenting research or explaining scientific principles to students, these tips can help you communicate with confidence and impact.

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