STEM Talent LLC

This Academic Life

Technology EN ↓ 106 episodes

This is an academic podcast for everyone who inspires to be a successful STEM educator and researcher. In each show, we share stories and look into the incredible journey that impacts STEM education and research. Our goal is to encourage, inspire, and support each other as we all explore and thrive in This Academic Life.

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Ep.6 – A High Schooler Asks 14.04.2021 24:40

In this episode, we interview Angella, a high schooler, who wants to know more about what a professor does, how to find the passion in choosing his/her academic path, and what it takes to become one. Reference list: Music by RuthAnn Schallert-Wygal (schallert.wygal@gmail.com) Contact list: If you have any comments about our show or have suggestions for a future topic, please contact us at info@thi...

Ep.5 – STEM Women Moving Forward in Academia: Prof. Robin Selinger 31.03.2021 0:30

Although more women than men participate in higher education in the U.S., the same is not true when it comes to women pursuing careers in science and engineering. Despite the increased emphasis on gender equality, statistical evidence shows that the STEM gap keeps increasing. In this episode, Prof. Robin Selinger, a Professor of Physics from Kent State University and a Fellow of the American Physi...

Ep.4 – The H-Index: Keeping up with the Joneses 17.03.2021 21:08

The h-index, or Hirsch index, measures the research impact and productivity of a particular scientist. Since its inception in 2005, it has become a standard way to somewhat objectively quantify an individual’s research impact. In this episode, you will learn what it is, what is expected of this H-index from researchers at different stages of their research careers, and ethical practices in increas...

Ep.3 – Real Talk: 5 Unspoken Tips for Early Career Faculty 03.03.2021 16:58

The early years of a faculty position can be an exciting and challenging experience. In this episode, we will provide 5 unspoken tips for early-career faculty. These tips are gathered from our own experiences, which can benefit those who are going through the early years of their academic life. Reference list : Music by RuthAnn Schallert-Wygal ( schallert.wygal@gmail.com ) References : https://lin...

Ep.2 – Pandemic Impact on Research Productivity 17.02.2021 26:34

Research is a major component of our academic enterprise. However, pandemic has significantly impacted the way we conduct research and lowered our overall research productivity, particularly in science and engineering disciplines. In this show, we interview Prof. Harold Park, Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Boston University, to talk about pandemic impact on research productivity. He served...

Ep.1 – In the beginning 03.02.2021 0:30

We are 3 professors in engineering and sciences at different stages in our academic careers. This podcast is to discuss issues and challenges we all face as academics in STEM fields and to encourage and inspire one another as we explore This Academic Life. We hope this show will become a platform to facilitate a community where we can learn from each other and make an impact in STEM education and...