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Geodynamics

PhD student

There’s more to Geoscience than just oil and gas

and March 23, 2022
There’s more to Geoscience than just oil and gas
Columnar basalts at Daepo Haean Jusangjeolli Cliff, South Korea.

When most people hear Geology, they might think ‘rocks’, ‘diamonds’ or ‘oil and gas’, and these perceptions of the Geosciences vary from country to country. This week, we have PhD student Ayuni Ina Mohamaad from the University of Florida to tell us more about the Malaysian view of geoscientists. Fresh out of high school in 2009, I was still unclear with how I would like to move forward in life, ca ...[Read More]

The toxic and wondrous world of academia with Science Sisters

January 26, 2022
The toxic and wondrous world of academia with Science Sisters
🎶 Science Sisters, they're here to talk 🎶

Good morning, dear readers, this is your editor-in-chief speaking. We are currently experiencing some difficulties in academia, but we ask you to stay calm and remain in your seats with the seatbelt fastened. In the event of loss of pressure, make sure to publish your own paper first (to increase the pressure on your peers). Yes, it’s me! Your favourite (and only) editor-in-chief! And because runn ...[Read More]

Continental drift in academia

and January 19, 2022
Continental drift in academia
Credit: Trud Antzée | STUDIO ANTZÉE | studioantzee.com | twitter.com/Antzee_ | instagram.com/studioantzee/

After spending about three decades in the hustle-bustle of Asian megacities, I landed up in a quiet European town to continue my research work as a postdoc. When you know you will not meet your family soon in person, you know that you will not get the food you love and, the climate that has guided you in the sun and shadow will be very different; you may expect a life struggle. Yet, people have di ...[Read More]

Work-life balance during a PhD

and September 6, 2021
Work-life balance during a PhD

Doing a PhD is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. You get to conduct your own research, develop your skills, and ultimately become a doctor! Think back to when you were told that your application was accepted, and you were going to start the PhD position. I bet you were excited and nervous; I know I was! However, after starting your PhD, the excitement may fade and stress can start to ...[Read More]