Why is networking important as a researcher?
Not all Ph.D. students like networking during their research journey. Some are shy professionals and not big fans of networking. Others may think networking is a waste of time. However, […]
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Last Week to Enter 3MT – Masters and Doctoral
Good news Masters students – if you missed the deadline to enter this year’s 3 Minute Thesis competition, you’ll be glad to know that it has been extended until next […]
Tips for Producing an Engaging 3MT Video Submission
3 Minute Thesis is an annual global research communication competition which is now getting underway for 2020 (entries close this Friday for AUT Masters students!). The premise is simple: present […]
Apply for Free Online Science Communication Workshops
Since 2008, New Zealand’s Science Media Centre has connected scientists with journalists to ensure that our news media can draw on accurate, evidence-based information in its reporting. Because of this […]
Enter the 2020 AUT Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition
Enter now! Applications close Friday 26 June 2020 (master’s students) and Friday 17 July 2020 (doctoral students) Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) is a research communication competition developed by The University […]
How is COVID-19 Changing Academic Conferences and Presentations?
Academic conferences are a long-standing tradition. Academics from all over the world come together at conferences to share their research, learn from others’ work, and engage in dialogue on the […]
Peter Jean-Paul’s Journey from 3MT Novice to Asia-Pacific Top 10
Earlier this month, AUT doctoral candidate Peter Jean-Paul placed in the top 10 at the Asia-Pacific 3 Minute Thesis finals in Brisbane. This is a rare and phenomenal achievement, confirming […]
Why should you practice your PGR9 Presentation in front of your peers?
The PGR9 (Confirmation of Candidature) is probably the most talked-about event in the first year of the PhD journey at AUT. Indeed, successfully passing this stage is a major leap […]
Congratulations to AUT’s 3MT Finalists!
The AUT 3 Minute Thesis heats have taken place this week, and our brave contestants have given their 3 minute presentations in front of a panel of judges. The top […]
Designing a Winning 3MT Slide
By now, many of you will have entered this year’s 3 Minute Thesis competition. For the last few years, I’ve had the privilege of being AUT’s 3MT scorekeeper. I tally […]
Last Week to Enter the PG Research Symposium & 3MT
Time is ticking by, researchers! This Friday 21st June is the deadline for entries to the 2019 AUT Postgraduate Research Symposium and 3 Minute Thesis competition. Check out the PG […]
Time to Start Thinking About the PG Research Symposium & 3MT
Got some research to share? Wanna meet other postgrads? Win some prizes? Just get out of the dang office? Well you’ll be happy to learn that the most exciting time […]