Are you searching for Scholarships and Fellowships for African students in 2024? You came to the right place! We have spoken in previous articles about the challenges facing African researchers doing their graduate studies on the continent. We highlighted key challenges such as funding and mentorship gaps that can hinder career progress for the African […]
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Wondering how to use a journal finder to find the right journal for your research in Africa? You came to the right place! You’re an African researcher getting ready to publish your research in a scientific journal. Did you know that you can simplify the process of finding an appropriate journal for your research by
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of publishing your work as a preprint? Have this question answered and more in this blog. In a previous article, we introduced the topic of preprints and detailed the basics. It can be tempting for us as African researcher to see preprints as a golden ticket because of some
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In this blog we discuss the Crucial Role of Mentorship in the PhD Journey, how it’s not just crucial but also a lifeline for the African researcher. Tune it to see how. Embarking on any journey of graduate studies (Masters or PhD) is akin to navigating uncharted waters. It’s a rigorous intellectual adventure filled with
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Wondering how to address structural challenges faced by African researchers? You came to the right place! In a previous article, I looked at some structural challenges facing African researchers in building careers on the continent. These challenges can hinder students’ progress, in many cases delaying completion of programmes and in others, causing students to drop
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If you’re like me, you may not have interacted with preprints very much before the COVID-19 pandemic. Preprints have grown in popularity and usage over the past few years. In this article, I explore some basics of preprints and examples of preprints from different fields. What is a preprint? A preprint is an early version
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It’s well known that PhD graduation rates in Kenya are low and that Kenyan PhD graduates are older than their counterparts in other countries, on average. We have discussed some challenges facing African researchers at Masters and PhD level in a previous article. Several articles have explored this issue over the years, pointing out the
Zotero is a free, open-source reference management software program that helps you collect, organize, cite, and share your research sources. It is available for Windows, Mac, and Linux. How to use Zotero referencing software – Step-By-step Guide 1. Download and install Zotero: 2. Install the Zotero browser connector: Opens in a new windowchrome.google.com Zotero browser
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If you’re a researcher in Africa, you’ve probably used Google Scholar as a search engine to help you find research articles. But did you know you can also use it as a tool to help boost your research profile by publicly displaying your research work? What is a Google Scholar Profile? A Google Scholar Profile
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In the age of information overload, researchers face a unique challenge: standing out in a crowded digital landscape. With countless academic papers vying for attention, it’s more crucial than ever to leverage the power of social media to amplify your research, connect with colleagues, and engage with the broader community. But with so many platforms
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