Recently, I met Taylor Krohn, an academic writing instructor. She asked me to check out Really Write, a free editing tool she created with a software developer to help researchers write clearly and concisely. How does Really Write work? Copy your text to the website, and you’ll receive feedback…
Not long ago I received an email from Paul. He is very enthusiastic about the Zettelkasten method. This method allows you to make your own database in which can you organize and collect your ideas, file your literature, connect different aspects and draw conclusions. All the above is not always…
The end of your PhD is looming, so lots of practical matters will arise. Many PhD students have the impression that once the Thesis Committee has received your thesis, they can take time off till the day of their viva. Unfortunately, I am really sorry to disappoint you…. You still…
Are you already looking forward to celebrating once you finish your PhD, but are you dreading the day of your oral defense? You are not the only one. A couple of tips to put your best foot forward for this viva. A job well begun, is a job half done!…
At the beginning of the new Academic Year, it is always a great time to reflect. In case you want to have a good start to your research and stay on track, it is highly recommended to have a clear overview. The three aspects I won’t tell you anything surprising…
Creating tables and graphs; I don’t know many people who think that this is a cause for great joy. For most, it leads to a lot of frustration, stress and cursing. So I have a couple of free programs for you, recommended by PhD students, which will considerably simplify creating…
