Periodic Table of People

This episode highlights different learning techniques for neurodivergent and neurotypical learners alike. In the episode, I discuss learning styles, creating an effective learning and study environment, taking good notes, time management techniques, learning aids, exam techniques, presentation advice, a study schedule, and how to write a thesis. 

This episode is suitable for all students, not only those who identify as neurodivergent or neurodiverse. 

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Listen to Dr Murphy discuss her career thus far in the pharmaceutical industry. Deirdre completed an undergraduate degree and a PhD before commencing her time in the industry.  Deirdre has worked in the pharma industry for 15 years in various roles spanning from Process Chemistry to Technical Services team Leader. She has extensive experience in recruiting and career-developing chemistry graduates and postgraduates. Deirdre offers invaluable advice on module selection in college, and work experience, along with CV and interview tips and tricks.  

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Michelle discusses her career journey thus far and encourages our listeners to follow their passion. Michelle details how her career transitioned from her role as a Pharmacologist to founding a medical device company with her co-founder Tim Jones. A great listen for anyone craving a diverse and exciting career!

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Celaine offers fantastic insights into the day to day life of a QC analyst in the biopharmaceutical industry. She highlights the importance of pursuing a career that suits you, that your job is what you make of it! Listen to Celaine as she discusses her experience transitioning from the food and beverage industry into the Biopharm industry.   A must-listen for people starting their career.

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Listen today to get a taste of what's in store for the new season of the Periodic Table of People. Hang around to the end of the episode to get some valuable tips for thesis writing. Whether it is your undergraduate, master or PhD thesis, this episode has something for you all.  

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The final episode of the series explores questions to answer and points to ponder prior to commencing your student experience!

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This epiosde takes a slight side step compared to the previous episodes of the season. 
Michael discusses mentoring, the power of understanding how a mentor mentee relationship works and how to make your life a little easier in postgraduate study and everyday life once you understand the dynamics of metoring. A must listen for everyone not just those currently involved in tertiary education!! 

Be sure to tune in to the second bonus episode 'How to get the most out of your postgraduate experience' for some extra tips and tricks on navigating postgraduate life and study!

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Cara is a final year PhD student at Tyndall National Institue in the area of theoretical chemistry. She completed her Leaving Certificate and Undergraduate studies in Cork, having come to Ireland from Germany as a visiting student as a teenager. Cara tells her story on how she ended up studying for a PhD in UCC and shows the importance of following your gut regarding your education and career path!  

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Ehren discusses his journey to his current role as a PhD student studying electrochemistry at Tyndall National Institute. He goes through the differences between an MSc by research and a PhD and explains how he went from a secondary school teacher to a postgraduate chemistry student. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wishes to change career path and follow their heart into or back to chemistry! 

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A must-listen for anyone struggling in college!! Emma, a PhD student in industry, discusses her experience on-site and illustrates the differences between a PhD in industry and a classic PhD on a university campus. She explains how failing exams as an undergraduate made her a stronger person and PhD student and takes us through her somewhat unusual route to her role today!

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