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Ten simple rules to make the most out of your undergraduate research career (PLOS)

May 6, 2017/0 Comments/in Blog, Careerpaths, Careers, Careers - Blog, Careers in Plant Science, Skills and Advice /by Mary Williams

PLOS Computational Biology has a series of “Ten Simple Rules” articles.

Here is one for undergraduate researchers,

“Ten simple rules to make the most out of your undergraduate research career” by Megan Yu and Yu-Min Kuo

Here are the rules, read the article for elaboration

  • Rule 1: Start early
  • Rule 2: Know your foundational knowledge and skills
  • Rule 3: Let passion guide your research interests and goals
  • Rule 4: Build positive relationships with your lab colleagues
  • Rule 5: Keep an open mind and do not be afraid to ask questions
  • Rule 6: Foster open communication with your research mentor and maintain a work/life balance
  • Rule 7: Learn research by doing it
  • Rule 8: Be organized
  • Rule 9: Find opportunities to present your work
  • Rule 10: Keep up with the scientific literature

 

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