Staying on Top in Academia
A Primer for (Self-)Mentoring Young Researchers in Natural and Life Sciences
- 145 Seiten
- 6 Lesestunden
The book explores the growing challenges faced by individuals in academia, particularly in navigating the complexities of pursuing a PhD and establishing a successful academic career. It highlights the significance of academic mentoring, emphasizing its role in providing guidance and support to young researchers. The concept of mentoring is defined as a purposeful dialogue between an experienced mentor and a less experienced mentee, aimed at empowering the mentee to make crucial career decisions. The text also discusses the implementation of mentoring programs at various universities.
