Developing a

Talent for Science

Want to make the most of your talent for science? This practical
guide for students, postdocs, and professors offers a unique
stepwise approach to help you develop your expertise and
become a more productive scientist. Covering topics from giving
presentations and writing effectively to prioritizing your work-
load, it provides guidance to enhance your skills and combine
them with those of others to your mutual benefit. Learn how to
maintain your passion for science, inspire others to develop
their abilities and motivate yourself to plan effectively, focus
on your goals, and even optimize funding opportunities. With
numerous valuable tips, real-life stories, novel questionnaires,
and exercises for self-reflection, this must-read guide provides
everything you need to take responsibility for your own personal
and professional development.

Ritsert C. Jansen is Professor of Bioinformatics and Head of the

Bioinformatics Centre at the University of Groningen. He has a
successful career in the sciences and extensive experience as
a trainer on career and personal development courses.

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for Science
Ritsert C. Jansen
University of Groningen

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Jansen, Ritsert C.
Developing a talent for science / Ritsert C. Jansen.
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ISBN 978-0-521-19312-2 (Hardback) — ISBN 978-0-521-14961-7 (Pbk.)
1. Scientists—Vocational guidance. 2. Mentoring in science. I. Title.
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