Upcoming Workshops for the Rest of 2020
2020 is drawing slowly to a close (cue parades) and, while many of us have not been as productive or motivated as usual this year, we still have a few […]
presentation skills
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, […]
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 […]