Tag Archives: big questions

Chalk talks: how to avoid 10 pitfalls

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Joan E. Strassmann

You got an interview for a job, a faculty or a postdoctoral position! But they want you to do a chalk talk. What do you do? What is a chalk talk anyway? First of all, be sure you find out … Continue reading →

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Meaningful undergraduate research

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Joan E. Strassmann

Undergrads brighten up the lab with their happy enthusiasm and growing discovery of the joy of research. Our job is to guide them in   meaningful projects where they discover something new by engaging in the full process of research. I … Continue reading →

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