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How to find a great supervisor for your PhD/postdoc/Research

How to find a great supervisor for your PhD/postdoc/Research including who is a great supervisor, how can you evaluate a supervisor before working with them, a…

The Smart Student’s Guide to Buying a Car: Reputation, Lifespan, and Long-Term Value

Choosing the right car as a student requires more than comparing sticker prices. This data-driven guide explains how reputation, lifespan, depreciation, mainte…

Preparing for Graduate School in North America: What You Need to Know

Preparing for graduate school in the United States and Canada requires more than strong grades. From building research experience to connecting with potential …