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Publishing your work in well-respected academic journals is essential to progressing your career in your chosen field. The sheer volume of journals that are available can be daunting and the process in which they operate can be mystifying. To help you better understand how this process works and to give you a basic overview of what to expect, we’ve broken it down into 5 key steps.

PCR is a very popular and versatile tool for nucleic acid amplification. Download this guide for tips and tricks on troubleshooting your PCR problems.

The final stages of grad school are incredibly important for stabilizing your future goals. Download our free guide to get the best from your grad school leaving experience and get advice on writing your dissertation, finding a job and staying in touch.

This guide offers advice to those studying at grad school, including guidance on optimizing productivity, writing papers, communicating with staff and peers, and taking care of yourself!

Download our free guide on starting out at graduate school. Advice includes how to prioritize bureaucratic logistics, how to do well in class, and how to join a research group. A must read for anyone about to start on their grad school journey!

This guide will assist you in writing the perfect grant application to secure the funds needed for your project. Guidance covered includes brainstorming and how to avoid the "fluff".

Download our free guide for guidance on proofing scientific papers, including tips on keeping focus and avoiding assumptions.

This guide includes advice on optimizing patient preparation, sample collection and transportation, quality control and recording of results in the clinical laboratory.

Download this free to guide for advice on handling bacteria, sterile technique, labeling and storage in a sterile environment, and much more!

Download this guide for guidance on HPLC method development, including tips on collecting analyte data and optimizing your methods.