Tara Brabazon podcast Research planning in difficult times
Dec 18, 2014
Explore strategies for successful academic research planning, navigating challenges in research publication for early career researchers, embracing resilience in academic feedback handling, and overcoming obstacles as mid-career researchers. Discover the importance of mentorship, personal timelines, and creative inspiration in shaping research work.
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Research Is Now A Measured Commodity
- Research in universities is now intensely evaluated by systems like REF/ERA which shift focus to outputs and productivity.
- That evaluation pressure reshapes academic behaviour and priorities across careers.
Use Leave For Deep Work
- Use protected blocks of time like leave or holidays to complete major projects rather than fragmenting effort.
- Schedule sustained work periods each year to produce book foundations or long-form outputs.
PhD: Finish Your Thesis First
- PhD students should prioritise finishing the doctorate before chasing publications with supervisors.
- Treat publishing as secondary and negotiate ownership before starting supervision.