A Guide to Getting Started in Undergrad Research
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...a lab is nothing like a typical part-time or 9-to-5 job. I had to ask to find out what a “postdoc” is,...dig deep
Talk to your professors about their research, and learn about what makes them excited to do what...sciences), people conduct research to answer questions about how the world works. As scientists, we probe beyond...curious person. I like to ask questions and think about the best way to answer those questions. I’ve met...enjoy, is worthwhile and can help us make decisions about what we want to do in the future.
How do I get started...sense of what kind of research you would be excited about. I know quite a few friends who opted to join labs... a lot out there worth exploring! Being excited about the science allows you to ask more interesting questions...