UCL vlog: 1st year PhD update

TL;DR

PhD student discusses studies, experiences, and tips for academia and research.

Transcript

hi everyone welcome back to my channel and if you haven't been here before my name is ava and i'm a phd student from ucl so first i'm going to talk about what i've done specifically and then i'm going to go into what i learned and what i am continuing to learn because obviously i have so much more to learn in all aspects of academia and just phd re... Read More

Key Insights

• ❓ Conducting various studies on PTSD, trauma, and psychosis.
• 👨‍🔬 Balancing teaching, research, and social life in academia.
• 🤳 Emphasizing the importance of self-confidence and seeking opportunities.
• ❓ Recognizing the uniqueness of each individual's PhD journey.
• ❓ Learning to not compare oneself to others in academia.
• ⚾ Prioritizing goals based on personal interests and career aspirations.
• 👨‍🔬 Strategies for managing time and mental capacity during research endeavors.

Questions & Answers

Q: What studies has the PhD student conducted during the first year?

The PhD student has conducted studies on PTSD, trauma, memory tasks, clinical interviews, and neuroimaging data related to psychosis and trauma.

Q: How has the PhD student balanced academia with social and teaching responsibilities?

The student has engaged in teaching, research networking, and presenting academic work while also integrating social activities and hobbies into their routine.

Q: What valuable skills has the PhD student learned during the journey?

The student has learned the importance of not being overly focused, seeking clarification when needed, and pursuing opportunities despite self-doubt.

Q: How does the PhD student approach the uniqueness of each individual's PhD journey?

The student emphasizes that comparing oneself to others is futile as each PhD journey is unique based on career goals, methodologies, and personal interests.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Completed meta-analysis, clinical interviews, and memory tasks for studies in PTSD, trauma, and psychosis.

• Engaged in teaching, research networking, and presenting academic work outside the PhD realm.

• Learned to balance academia with social life, seek opportunities confidently, and understand the uniqueness of each PhD journey.