Welcome to the side of academia you don’t always read about — the real ups, downs, and practical lessons from research, publishing, and finishing a PhD. What you’ll find here comes from experience, not theory, and I share it in the hope that it helps make the academic journey clearer, kinder, and a little lighter.
Peer review: clear, constructive, and practical
I created a peer-review protocol and checklist to replace vague, unhelpful comments with specific, respectful feedback that authors can actually use.
Finishing a PhD thesis in difficult times
During the pandemic, I found and applied advice from a powerful article that helped me finish my thesis. Here, I share the key takeaways that made the difference, even under the toughest conditions
Linda van Garderen 