Mikaila Chetty is a passionate and enthusiastic biologist. Her domains of interest are neurodegeneration, model organisms, and proteins. Apart from lab research, she is committed to helping students achieve their scientific goals and scuba diving. She is always open to guiding fellow biology enthusiasts. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikailachetty/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/phdlifewithm/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/mikaila_chetty_

Applying for a PhD in the Sciences: A 7-Step Guide

This article provides a step-by-step guide for people interested in pursuing a PhD, particularly in the sciences (though much of the advice carries over to other disciplines as well). It emphasizes the importance of identifying personal interests and goals, fully researching different programs, and knowing the key differences between doing a PhD in different countries.

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It’s Your PhD: How to Deal With Unhelpful Advice

This article explores how advice, whether solicited or unsolicited, can damage the morale and hope of those doing a PhD. The purpose of this article is to comment on the boundaries that researchers must put in place to avoid being negatively affected: we must be discerning as to whether advice is useful and pertinent, or whether it is not applicable to us. The main message is: don’t listen to everyone, and trust your own judgement!

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