Episodes

It is never too early to become a research mentor. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of becoming a mentor early in your career. Key Points Discussed: Acknowledge your own knowledge and expertise. You have m...

Sometimes, it can feel as if finding a research mentor is the end of the journey. Unfortunately, it is only the beginning of your hard work. In this episode we explore how your role as a mentee is critical in shaping your exp...

While it may seem as if someone more knowledgeable should be in charge of your career, the best person for the job will always be you. In this episode, we discuss the importance of taking ownership of your career. Key Points...

Because we love to do so much, it is hard to focus on just one thing. In this episode, we explore the advantages of maintaining a research focus. We also discuss the value of concentrating on a specific research area. Key Poi...

Dr. Peslak is a physician-scientist and Assistant Professor of Medicine. A classical hematologist, Dr. Peslak investigates new genetic and pharmacologic therapies for the treatment of sickle cell disease. In this episode, Dr....

Dr. Stella Chou is a distinguished clinician scientist specializing in pediatric hematology and transfusion medicine. In today's episode, Dr. Chou shares her remarkable journey to become a clinician scientist. She emphasizes ...

Dr. Cruz is a psychiatrist who works to improve the mental health of children and adolescents. With a global platform for her research, she develops mental health resources for resource-limited settings. Through her independe...

Dr. Bloomfield is an Associate Professor of Medicine with Tenure in the Division of Cardiology and Associate Research Professor of Global Health at the Duke Global Health Institute. In this episode, Dr. Bloomfield discusses t...

Dr. Paralkar is a physician-scientist at the University of Pennsylvania. His clinical focus is on myeloid malignancies. His laboratory studies how transcription factors and chromatin proteins regulate coding gene transcriptio...

Dr. Julia Warren is a pediatric hematologist at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. Her laboratory studies normal and...

When you find yourself in a bind, you may need to create your own opportunities. Even when faced with challenges, you can build what you wish to see. In this episode, we talk about the importance of becoming a magnet to attra...

In academia, starting a faculty career is an important milestone. In today's episode, we discuss preparing to negotiate your first faculty position. We will explore essential strategies and considerations to ensure informed d...

The Facilities and Resources document is an important, but often overlooked, aspect of grant applications. In this episode, discover the key elements needed to create this document. And learn how it can significantly impact y...

A critical component of many grant applications is the NIH Biosketch. When you have never created one before, the Biosketch can be daunting. Yet, a well-crafted Biosketch can significantly impact your competitiveness for rese...

Dr. Xu is an adult hematologist specializing in the care of patients with sickle cell disease (SCD). She has conducted studies of the trajectory of renal function decline in SCD and led clinical trials evaluating novel drug t...

Any chance you are tired of saying yes? In this episode, we explore the importance of saying "yes" with genuine intention and conviction. To find the spark to build a fulfilling career, let's align our actions with our true c...

In this episode, we delve into the concept of saying "yes" and how it impacts our lives as clinicians and researchers. We explore the significance of understanding that every "yes" involves saying "no" to something else due t...

We figured out that we need to say, "no." But, how exactly do you do it? In this episode, we discuss the art of saying "no" effectively. Listen in for valuable insights on how to say "no." We also provides practical tips for ...

It can be difficult to say "no." However, as a clinician scientist, "no" may be the most important word in your vocabulary. On today's episode, we discuss this two-letter word's profound impact. We also discuss how embracing ...

Dr. Peter Kurre is a renowned clinician scientist at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. His clinical work is focused on children with bone marrow failure across a wide spectrum of inherited and acquired conditions that ...

The post-doctoral fellowship is the optimal time for clinicians to undergo research training. However, most fellows do not know how to make the best use of this time. In this episode, we shed light on the pivotal steps fellow...

If you are thinking it is too late to start your research career, think again. For clinicians looking to start a research program, today is the day to begin. In this episode, we explore the essential steps for clinicians look...

What do you do when you can't secure funding for your project? It can be disheartening when your research hits a financial roadblock. In this episode, we explore five crucial questions to ask yourself when faced with this cha...

Sometimes, your efforts seem fruitless and it appears that your best best is to quit. Quitting always makes sense in the short-term; but may not always be the right answer in the long run. If you (or someone you know) are on ...