Last week, I had the immense pleasure of hosting a masterclass on writing grant applications with Dr. Ana Pineda from the blog I focus and write. I loved Ana's presentation and took a ton of...
Mixups unmixed: ‘A Number of Variables’ or ‘An Amount of Data?’
Hello, hello! Welcome to your English phrase workout - "Mixups Unmixed!" Again this month, we're exploring sets of words that scientists tend to confuse in their papers. Your challenge: guess the correct use of these...
Take by take: The making of a video course
I was standing in my office, surrounded by a jumble of recording gear I had enthusiastically purchased on Amazon. It was early August, and while the thermometer outside read a comfortable 30°C, my gadget-filled office...
How I improved my productivity thanks to the Pomodoro Technique
The most productive people don't work longer; they work in a more concentrated way. This means that we can improve our productivity without having to spend more time in the office (in some cases, perhaps...
A Scientific Writing Tracker to reach your goals
Like many scientists, you might frequently underestimate the time it takes to write a paper. This is a common error, which often causes chaos in the writing process and leads to disappointment and decreased motivation....
Daily rituals of scientists: A peek into the life of Charles Darwin
Ever wondered how the brilliant minds behind some of the greatest scientific discoveries structured their day? What do their rituals and routines look like? Well, we did! We are glad to share with you that...