2020 has been full of challenges and surprises. Due to the current state of the world, a lot of work has shifted to remote. While this may present you and your research team with unexpected challenges, there are some tools that can help when you are working from home. Here, we have compiled a list of different remote research tools to help you before, during, and after your project. 1.) Communication Tools If you are working on a project with a team, you may be struggling to keep up the same level of communication and productivity with all of you working from your individual homes. However, t ..read more

This week we spoke with Justine Dees who is a Ph.D.-trained microbiologist, science writer, and the founder of the Joyful Microbe. The Joyful Microbe is a blog “where you can come to learn the coolest stuff about microbes, microbiology research, and being a microbiologist.” Read on to learn more about Justine and the awesome work she is doing. What did your research focus on while you were earning your Ph.D.? My research focused on Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which is an opportunistic pathogenic bacterium that causes many different types of infections, including cystic fibrosis, lung infections ..read more

This week we are bringing back our popular and long overdue interview series! We recently spoke with Catherine García, an incoming assistant professor of Sociology at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. She is a trained gerontologist, medical sociologist, and a social science research methodologist. Her areas of research are in minority aging, social determinants of health, aging and the life course, biodemography, neighborhoods, and intersectionality. We got to ask Catherine lots of questions varying from her research work to teaching and the future of her discipline. Check out our full co ..read more

If you are a student, scientist, historian, research analyst, or specialist, chances are that research is a big part of your day to day. With all of the moving parts that go into conducting your study, along with the time restraints you have, you may be making little mistakes throughout your process. We have compiled a list of five common research mistakes and ways to avoid them! Not creating and following a detailed timeline When embarking on a new research project, it is important that you create a detailed timeline, and stick to it. The more detailed that you make this timeline, the less l ..read more

Due to the Pandemic, you may find that you currently have some extra time on your hands. Without being able to go out, travel, or physically go into work or school, you may be getting restless at home. However, we have compiled a list of some of the best academic blogs that researchers will love. If you are looking for something to do, settle down somewhere in your home, get comfy, and check out these blogs! Feral Librarian This blog is managed by Dr.Chris Bourg who is a U.S Army veteran, sociologist, and Director of Libraries at MIT. Within this blog, Dr. Bourg explores topics such as higher ..read more

Most university students have a lot on their plate. As such, embarking on new research projects while juggling classes, work, and extracurriculars can be intimidating. As a student, and as a researcher, it is important to know the resources available to you, and where to find them. Once you are aware of the resources that can assist you, the whole process becomes a lot easier. One of the first places that you can look to for help in your research is, of course, your university. Universities have numerous online and in-person resources that are readily available. When starting a new project, l ..read more

We know that many of you are now working from home. By now, you are likely starting to fall into a routine for your home workday. Today, we wanted to share some of our favorite gadgets that make working from home easier and more comfortable. Studies have shown that employees working from home across the globe are working on average two more hours per day, so now is a great time to reward yourself for all of that hard work. The Roost The stand brings your laptop to the ideal viewing height, which protects your neck and back from slouching. It’s also very sturdy and folds up to be quite compact ..read more

The COVID-19 pandemic has turned our world upside down. This is a stressful and uncertain time for everyone. Business owners have a lot on their plate right now with caring for themselves and their families while also trying to keep their business afloat. Business owners also have their employees looking to them for guidance, which is also no easy task. Today, we wanted to provide a bit of guidance for supporting employees. Of course, we don’t have all of the answers (I don’t think anyone does right now), but this can serve as a starting point to frame your approach. Be calm (or at least look ..read more

Over the past few weeks, we have come across lots of interesting, cool, and free or discounted resources to make staying at home a little easier. Some of these will help you crush it while working from home while others will help you fill your free time with things you enjoy! Webinar: Staying Productive While Working Remotely The Kuvio Creative team came together to compile our tips and tricks for being productive when working from home. This isn’t just for people who recently transitioned to remote work! We have also included tips for existing remote workers experiencing a productivity slump ..read more

As more and more people transition to working from home, we wanted to share some of our tips and tricks for remaining as productive as possible. The Conseris team is 100% remote, so we have learned a lot along the way about how to make this structure work. It can be a tricky initial adjustment, but we have found it to be hugely beneficial in the long-run. Find the right tools for your team There are a lot of options on the market to help you keep in touch with your coworkers. The key is to ensure that everyone is on board with the platforms that you choose so that everyone has access to all ..read more