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Here, you'll find solutions to challenges typically experienced by postgraduate students, researchers and academics. Together, through sharing what we know, we will make our own and the lives of others easier!
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Think of it as your scholarly pit stop – a place to refuel with fresh ideas and catch your breath with practical tips.
What you'll find in your inbox:
• A fresh gathering of interesting developments
• Clever ideas you should know about
• Not-to-be-missed opportunities
• Occasional additional updates about our Research Masterminds Success Academy and other insights
• BONUS: Immediate access to two essential AI tools (Timebox Buddy for Research and Acknowledgement Companion)
Perfect for you when:
• Overwhelmed by the myriad of research-related tasks
• Need a midweek spark of inspiration
• Want AI-powered support for focused work sessions and thesis writing
• Need someone to sift through the academic universe (so you don't have to!)
Our colourful mix of insights might just make you say, "Huh, I never thought of it that way!"
How To's
Find the solutions to your frequently asked questions related to your research project here. Access over 150 helpful video's through the Research Masterminds YouTube channel, neatly organised in playlists for easy consumption.
Life & Academia
There's a life beyond academia? Yes! Here, you will find blog posts related to life in and outside academia.
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Use these freebies to tar the road to success
Annual Reflection & Planning Worksheet
This guided worksheet helps you reflect on who you are becoming, clarify where you’re going, and translate that clarity into a small number of meaningful goals and realistic action plans.
Study Designs & Research Methods Resource Hub
Get clear, practical guidance on all major study designs. This free resource gives you easy-to-understand explanations, examples and reporting tips to help you choose and apply the right design for your research.
PhD Survival Guide
Struggling to stay on track during your PhD? Embarking on a PhD is exciting, but let’s be honest - it can also feel overwhelming. Get your FREE PhD Survival Guide: a practical toolkit packed with templates, checklists, and science-backed strategies.
References Checklist
Ready to submit your masterpiece? Ensure your references are flawless with our final reference check guide. Perfect for scholars who want to avoid last-minute citation errors, even if they've used reference management software.
Timeline Template
This template and video will give guidance on how to put together a timeline for your research project. Download the free template, keep it safe until you need it and share it with others.
Chrome Bookmarks Folder
Have all the helpful website URLs a click away on your browser. Get your free Academic Hub Bookmarks folder with detailed instructions to add it to your Chrome Browser.
"Create your own Thesis Template" Guide
Build your own dissertation template in Microsoft Word in 10 easy steps. This free guide contains video instructions so that you don't have to struggle even one bit.
"5 Steps to a Successful Application" Guide
This free guide contains resources to develop an epic academic CV that will boost your confidence and put you on top of their list.
PRISMA Flow Diagram Calculator in Microsoft Excel
Becoming best friends with the PRISMA 2020 Statement is highly recommended. This calculator in Microsoft Excel will make completing the PRISMA 2020 flow diagram much easier.
Article Summary Table template
Using the Article Summary Table template, you can neatly add a summary of each study to a table. This table is handy because you can easily refer to a specific article without searching through piles of pdfs.
Dissertation Tips & Tweaks Checklist
Once you have written up your dissertation, your index finger will be itching to click the submit button and get on with your life. Pause. Work through this checklist, then submit and celebrate!
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Sample Introduction
This example of an introduction will help ensure your paragraphs flow neatly and that they are structured to help the reader understand what you are trying to say. Complete with tips and guidance embedded.
Step-by-Step Discussion Guide
Your findings deserve a discussion section that does them justice. This practical 10-step guide walks you through the exact process of turning your results into meaningful insights that contribute to your field.
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Write up your research - without the formatting stress
This Microsoft Word template gives you a clear, research-ready structure for your thesis, dissertation, or research report - with built-in formatting, headings, page numbers, and more.
You’ll also get short, screen-recorded videos that show you how to safely edit each section, so you never have to guess or redo things from scratch.
For a clean, examiner-friendly document - and a writing-up process that feels far less chaotic.
Research Proposal Templates
This is where every research project starts - with a solid, scientifically sound and good-looking proposal. These templates incorporate appropriate headings and have built-in Microsoft Word functions to reduce stress and amplify your feeling of accomplishment. At the same time, you can focus on what’s the most important, namely the science behind your project.
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