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🔬The Role of Research in Partnerships Academic research plays a crucial role in driving innovation and solving complex industry challenges. Universities offer a unique environment for long-term scientific inquiry that often leads to groundbreaking advancements. These research efforts not only develop new technologies but also foster interdisciplinary collaboration, train the next generation of innovators, and help de-risk early-stage innovations before they are ready for commercial application. Knowledge sharing between academic and industry scientists often generate breakthrough ideation that accelerates knowledge generation and innovation. To maximize impact, successful collaborations between academia and industry integrate real-world challenges into academic research. This is achieved through joint research projects, industry-sponsored initiatives, internships, and targeted problem-solving events like hackathons. By aligning academic expertise with industry needs, both sectors can co-create solutions that address pressing challenges. Some notable examples of successful research partnerships include: ✅Stanford University and Google, where the research that birthed Google’s search engine originated, demonstrating how academic foundations can lead to industry-shaping innovations. ✅University of Cambridge and AstraZeneca, working together to develop new treatments for cancer and cardiovascular disease. ✅IBM and University of Illinois, where joint efforts in supercomputing and AI have driven advancements for both academia and industry. These partnerships demonstrate how integrating academic research with industry challenges creates a win-win scenario, leading to technological breakthroughs, commercial success, and a positive impact on society. By leveraging each other’s strengths, academia and industry can push the boundaries of innovation and shape the future together. Let’s get your partnership started today! Visit the website: https://lnkd.in/e34SVwb3 #InnovationSolutions #AcademicResearch #IndustryCollaboration #TechInnovation #ResearchPartnerships #InterdisciplinaryInnovation #DeRiskingInnovation #FutureOfIndustry #InnovationEcosystem #CollaborativeInnovation

Why did we create the PhD Success Lab? From our own experiences, we understand how isolating it can be to undertake a three-year project solo, navigating from one milestone to the next. Initially, it may seem like there's an abundance of time—three years. However, week by week, new challenges arise: - You're not entirely sure yet what the exact goal of your project will be. - You await a dataset to initiate your research. - You gather your own data, but the survey start is delayed. - Your experiments don't unfold as expected. - You are behind on your timetable. - You await feedback from your colleagues. - It starts seeming as if your project is progressing slower than others'. - Your supervisor is difficult to reach. - You haven't commenced your first paper as planned. - You realise the scope of your project is too broad for a single PhD study. - You need to prepare a presentation on your project. - The first paper seems to take an eternity to complete. - Your supervisor suggests running even more experiments. - Your co-authors are very passive, leaving all the work for you to do. - During your thesis committee meeting, you receive further suggestions on what you should do with your project. - You discover more and more literature on your topic that you haven't yet read. Lacking feedback from your supervisor … and so on and so forth. Embarking on a PhD journey entails managing a multitude of responsibilities. We lacked support during our own PhD pursuits, but recognise the value in receiving guidance on the dos and don'ts of conducting doctoral studies. Connecting with fellow PhD students to exchange experiences would have been beneficial. Additionally, having someone to advise on organising life as a PhD candidate would have been invaluable. Lacking this support, we resolved to create a mentoring programme where PhD candidates could access the assistance they need. Thus, the PhD Success Lab was conceived. Since its inception, hundreds of PhD researchers have enrolled in the programme, bidding farewell to the stress and challenges of navigating the journey alone. You can join us too: https://lnkd.in/eibwqnpV #phdlife #phdchat #phdcourse

📚 It's been a speedy first month as a PhD student at the Syddansk Universitet - University of Southern Denmark. Time flies when you're diving headfirst into research! 🚀One of the first tasks was writing my PhD plan, outlining my project's significance, research questions, and how I plan to address them. With great support from my supervisor, we completed it in a month. The plan also details my dissemination efforts (think teaching!), research participation, and coursework to solidify my knowledge base. After presenting it to my research group, I received invaluable feedback. Now, it's ready to be submitted to the PhD school. 💬Speaking of knowledge building, I began a Systematic Literature Review PhD course at Aarhus University. It's a fantastic way to learn the research methods and connect with other PhD students from diverse backgrounds. 📚 My first research article will be a systematic literature review. This involves searching academic journals for relevant studies, identifying trends, pinpointing gaps, and synthesizing the existing research. My focus is on exploring the attributes of chatbots that influence user adoption. 🎢 Literature searches can be a rollercoaster. The goal is to achieve a comprehensive, transparent, and replicable picture of the studies done on the subject. I discovered that the SDU library staff is a source of excellent knowledge and help when it comes to such tasks. 🙏A big thank you to Najmeh Shaghaei for introducing me to Tobias Rask Albrecht, who was patient with my rookie mistakes, kindly evaluated my initial search setup, and provided helpful information. While his feedback almost brought tears to my eyes yesterday (especially after the initial scanning of 700+ articles!), it ultimately improved my search strategy. Now, I have a pile of 1700+ articles to dive into, but it'll lead to a much more robust research foundation! 🔎 This is my first month as a PhD student. Still happy and motivated 😎. Photo was taken from the SDU webpage. #phdlife #research #sdu #systematiclitreview #chatbots #alwayslearning

Considering your postdoctoral training at Stanford University? You may be eligible for the Stanford Prism program. #StanfordPRISM invites #graduatestudents from all fields and backgrounds, especially those from the broad spectrum of identities that are underrepresented in academia, to consider Stanford for #postdoctoral training. Through PRISM, cohorts of students visit Stanford to interview with faculty, connect with current #postdocs, and learn about postdoctoral training. Review instructions on guidance on preparing a successful application and connecting with potential mentors, and contact the PRISM team (stanfordprism@stanford.edu) if you have any questions. Review eligibility and apply at https://lnkd.in/g3dmtCCs?

Over the past few months, I’ve had the privilege of working on programs aimed at supporting Afghan youth. One thing has become clear—despite the challenges they face, there is a deep and growing desire among young Afghans to contribute meaningfully to their communities. Their passion, creativity, and drive are inspiring, but they need support to unlock their full potential.   In light of the current education ban in Afghanistan, programs such as of the American Councils are more critical than ever. With educational opportunities restricted, many young people are seeking alternative ways to learn, grow, and serve their communities. Through lunching remote educational programs, supporting youth initiatives through small grants, mentorship, and engagement opportunities, we can help them overcome barriers and foster positive change—even in difficult circumstances.   Investing in these initiatives today means empowering a new generation of Afghans who will shape the future of their communities. If given the right tools and support, these youth can spark meaningful transformations that will ripple across Afghanistan.     Together, let’s support Afghan youth in their pursuit of learning and service, regardless of the obstacles they face. Every bit of help today paves the way for a brighter tomorrow. 🌍     #Afghanistan #EducationForAll #YouthEmpowerment #Mentorship #SmallGrants #SupportAfghanYouth #CommunityDevelopment

🚀 Team Meeting Insights: Collaboration in Action! 🌍 This month's team meeting was an engaging opportunity for inspiration and knowledge-sharing. 🎤 Damiano Duranti, visiting researcher from the Università di Trento, Italy, shared an insightful presentation on the innovative research happening at his institution. ✨ Our Postgraduate Research students, David Barragán Alcántar and Fatimah Faraji, spoke about their experiences with the The Alan Turing Institute's Enrichment Scheme and the collaborative Data Study Groups. The Enrichment Scheme is designed for PhD students looking to enhance and broaden their research by connecting with The Alan Turing Institute's community in data science and AI. It offers the opportunity to engage with world-class researchers, access resources, and develop new collaborations.  For those considering the Enrichment Scheme, applications for the next academic year typically open in December or January. A Data Study Group is an intensive collaborative hackathon hosted by The Alan Turing Institute. These events bring together industry, government and third-sector organisations as 'Challenge Owners' with real-world problems and datasets. Multi-disciplinary researchers from academia work to develop innovative data science solutions. At the end of each session, teams present their findings, combining creativity, expertise and real-world impact. 📌 Find out more about the Enrichment Scheme: https://lnkd.in/gWbBqYQ 🔗 More info on Data Study Groups: https://lnkd.in/eDSzA5vS #DataScience #AlanTuringInstitute #Collaboration #Innovation #ResearchImpact #EnrichmentScheme

Happy PhD Day, everyone! 🎓✨ Today, let's celebrate the incredible journey of dedication, passion, and discovery that every PhD represents. It's a day to reflect on the milestones achieved, the challenges overcome, and the knowledge gained. Recognition and rewards are not just about accolades or certificates, but about acknowledging the perseverance, resilience, and hard work that go into earning a PhD. Each step taken, each hurdle conquered, contributes to personal and professional growth. #PhDday #Recognition&Rewards

Hamid Rezaee, an Afghan alumnus of the Leadership and English Advancement Program (LEAP), is a junior at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in information science and Entrepreneurship. Hamid gained admission to Cornell in April 2022 and has since been actively engaged in advanced academic and research endeavors. LEAP is a prestigious program organized by American Councils for International Education, funded by the State Department.    Currently, Hamid is conducting machine learning research in the field of medical imaging. His work focuses on building the most robust loss function to be used in training image recognition models, potentially resulting in better segmentation of tumors and cancer in the brain. To know more about his impressive journey, watch this short video. #ACGlobal  

𝗽𝗵𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 - 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝟭🎓 The first year of a PhD can be a mix of excitement, stress, and anxiety. Moving away from family and friends, I struggled to feel like I belonged. As an international student, it's easy to feel like an outsider, but pushing yourself to meet new people and embrace different experiences is so important. My first year started just as COVID-19 hit, which made things even tougher. Remote classes and isolation made it hard to feel connected. If you’re feeling like this, know it’s normal. Here are three things I’ve learned: 1. 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Everyone is learning. I used to worry about sounding silly during virtual seminars, but asking questions helped me realize others had the same doubts. 2. 𝗻𝗼 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴: We all have our strengths. My labmates are incredibly smart, but even they ask for advice. It's all about learning from each other. 3. 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲: During tough times, I lowered my expectations a bit instead of stopping completely. Doing small tasks daily helped me gradually get back on track and regain my confidence. Confidence goes up and down. The key is to manage these ups and downs and feel proud of your journey. To all current and future PhD students: your journey is unique and valuable. Embrace the challenges, learn from them, and keep moving forward with an open heart. You've got this! #PhDJourney #GraduateLife #ImpostorSyndrome #InternationalStudents #COVID19 #ResearchLife

🌍 Unlocking Hidden PhD Funding Opportunities Worldwide! Discovered some lesser-known but FULLY-FUNDED PhD fellowships that deserve more attention. Save this post for future reference! 👇 1. La Caixa International PhD Fellowship (Spain) 🇪🇸 - Up to €122,592 total funding - Covers any discipline - 3-year duration + research stays abroad - Open to all nationalities - Includes social benefits package 2. MEXT Scholarship (Japan) 🇯🇵 - Full tuition coverage - Monthly stipend ¥145,000 - Research allowance - Round-trip flights - Japanese language training included 3. Weizmann Institute Feinberg Graduate School (Israel) 🇮🇱 - Full tuition coverage - $2,000 monthly stipend - Healthcare benefits - Travel allowance - Housing assistance available 4. AXA Research Fund (Global) 🌐 - €120,000 funding - All research fields considered - Focus on risk-related research - Professional development support - Networking opportunities 5. Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future (Women Only) 👩🔬 - Full PhD funding - Open to women from developing countries - STEM focus - Professional development support - Return phase grant available 6. Swedish Institute Study Scholarships 🇸🇪 - Full tuition coverage - Monthly living stipend - Insurance coverage - Travel grant - Networking opportunities Hidden Gems 💎 - Australia's IPRS (International Postgraduate Research Scholarship) - ETH Zurich Excellence Scholarship - Vienna Graduate School Fellowships - Korean Government Scholarship Program Pro Tips 🎯 - Apply to multiple fellowships - Start applications 6-8 months before deadlines - Get your documents authenticated early - Connect with current fellowship holders - Check eligibility carefully (age/experience restrictions common) 🔍 Research Tip: Many universities have their own fully-funded PhD programs that aren't widely advertised. Check individual university websites! ⚡ Quick Hack: Set Google Alerts for "PhD Fellowship" + your field to catch new opportunities. Save this post for when you need it! 🔖 Share it with someone planning their PhD journey 🤝 #PhDLife #Academia #Scholarship #Fellowship #Graduate #PhDChat #Research #AcademicTwitter #PhD #GradSchool