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Reinventing journal clubs by designing them using a similar process as research experiments
Venkatesh proposes journal club design framework to enhance training and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Read MoreFeb. 12, 2024
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A Snapshot of ASPIRE on the Road in St. Louis
“Looking back, the trip did exactly what I hoped it would: It exposed me to the vast array of career paths available to graduate students like me, from R&D and business management to investing and consulting. The connections I made with my peers, various speakers, and Vanderbilt alums are invaluable as I think about what’s my next step,” said Amy Tran. Read MoreNov. 16, 2023
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Biomedical Ph.D. alumni career goals and outcomes revealed in new research
A team from the Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training published a longitudinal study of the career goals and outcomes of up to 1,452 biomedical sciences Ph.D. graduates. The study provides clarity on how students’ career goals change during graduate school and how career goals… Read MoreOct. 24, 2023
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Biomedical Ph.D. alumni career goals and outcomes revealed in new research
New research from the Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training connects the dots between career goals during graduate school and career outcomes, articulates how careers of Ph.D. alumni evolve during the 10 years after graduation. Read MoreOct. 24, 2023
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Basic Sciences researchers show their artistic talents at winter showcase
From beautiful original compositions to witty comedy, the Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training gave students, postdocs, staff, and faculty the opportunity to step into the spotlight during its fourth annual winter showcase on Dec. 15 at the Blair School of Music. “These are brilliant students [and community members]… Read MoreDec. 20, 2022
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Donor Establishes the Dr. Roger Chalkley Critical Need Fund
In recognition of Roger Chalkley, retired senior associate dean for biomedical research education and training, Dr. Tom Daniel, a former Vanderbilt professor, biotechnology R&D leader, and venture investor, has established the Dr. Roger Chalkley Critical Need Fund to support biomedical graduate students who encounter unanticipated financial challenges. Read MoreOct. 28, 2022
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Curriculum Revision Builds a Foundation for Ph.D. Students to Succeed
An essential component of a graduate student’s training is the first-year coursework, which fosters the skills needed to be an independent researcher, such as critical literature analysis, the ability to understand the current state of a given field, and hypothesis generation. In the spring of 2020, a committee comprising faculty… Read MoreAug. 30, 2022