The Struggling Scientists

Another episode about all the Science that has made the news recently! We get you completely up to-date (kind off) with everything you need to know. We talk about:Your native language impacts the wiring of your brainYellow Crazy Ants create chimeras to reproduceElephant peels bananas faster than humanBeetle drinks water using it’s butEarth wobble might mean your zodiac sign is not what you think it isWavy wounds heal faster than straight onesDr. Deep Sea sets a new record for living underwater.Children are born with DNA from 3 people.If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Choosing the right PhD supervisor can make or break your experience in graduate school. In this episode, hosts Suzanne and Jayron discuss the important qualities to look for in a PhD supervisor, such as mentoring skills, communication skills, and expertise in the field. They also provide advice on how to figure out what you need in a supervisor and how to find out more information about potential supervisors. Tune in to learn how to find your perfect match!If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Are you a PhD student or scientist looking to boost your productivity? In this episode, the Struggling Scientists share their ultimate list of Chrome extensions for academics and scientists. From reference management to writing assistance, these tools will revolutionize the way you work. Tune in to learn how to upgrade your productivity and streamline your research process.If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Science communication has many benefits both for society and yourself. But it isn't always easy.In this episode, we talk with Dr Vikki Burns from the PhD Life Coach Podcast about the struggles of doing science communication and anything new in general. If you are interested in her work or amazing podcast check out Vikki's website: https://www.thephdlifecoach.com/If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mushtaq Bilal, an AI expert with a PhD in comparative literature, shares his unique journey from naval officer to postdoc researcher. He discusses the transformative impact of AI on academic writing and provides insights into navigating tools like DALL·E and ChatGPT. Mushtaq highlights the importance of community engagement and the ethical implications of AI in academia. He also emphasizes the significance of social media for scholars and offers practical advice on selecting user-friendly research tools. Tune in for a fresh take on academic innovation!

Today we have another Science News episode again! Filled with amazing Science that reached the news recently. We will discuss it all with a lot of laughs and fun!The topics we discuss in this episode:Robot can print 3D cell structures directly on your organsOur heartbeats can cause 'wrinkles in time'Bugs use a butt-flicker to launch pee at 40G'sDodo's next inline for de-extinctionNaked Molrat's age-defying fertilityHansel and Gretel inspire Rover's planet explorationMoondust problem on Spacesuits might be solved with liquid nitrogenPromising male contraceptive pil/ SAC inhibitorIf you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our 50th Episode! Can you believe it?In this episode, we reflect on our science communication journey and answer questions from our fans. We discuss why and how we started the podcast, growing on social media, and our plans for the future, including adding courses on science communication. We also answer questions from our fans about our most rewarding experience as science communicators, changing the PhD funding model, dealing with mean reviewer comments, and tips for starting a thesis. Don't miss out on this insightful and inspiring episode!If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Open Access Publishing has been a significant development for the Scientific world. Today we talk with open access expert Chirag Jay Patel from R Discovery about this topic. We discuss:What led to the open access movement?What have been the biggest benefits of open access publishing?What aspects could still be improved?What developments are occurring with open access?How is R discovery using open access to help researchers?If you have any questions, comments, suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/Would you like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us? Then please check out the information on our website!Check out the Free R discovery app via: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/RdiscoveryAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we talk with assistant Professor Francesca Grisoni about AI in drug discovery! Her research group focuses on deep learning and we ask her about how AI is used in the lab, how it outperforms (or not) traditional methods and the challenges of AI research.If you have any questions, comments suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/If you would like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we introduce a new series to our podcast: PhD Productivity, and discuss the why, how, and what of the series. We are going to discuss tools and resources to help PhD students and other Scientists become more organized and productive. And more importantly, feel in control again! We also introduce the first tool, Notion, and discuss how it can be used to capture ideas, manage projects, and more.Check out notion now with the link: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/notionIf you have any questions, comments suggestions, or papers we really need to read, you can reach out to us via our website: https://thestrugglingscientists.com/If you would like to know more about becoming a guest on our podcast or sponsoring us please check out the information on our website!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy