In this blog post, Max Tan talks about his experience of the Summer Research Programme at University of Alberta. He shares with us many useful tips and traps to look out for when living abroad for the first time. Students keen on an research programme to Canada should give this a read.

In this blog post, Ann Wee Wen talks about her experience on the Amgen Scholars Programme at University of Tokyo, Japan. She shares with us how life was like as a research student over at University of Tokyo and how it is different from the experience in Singapore. Students keen on an research programme to Japan should give this a read.

In this sequel, Max Tan continues his wondrous journey in the world of research - this time bringing readers into the lab. From PI choosing and data logging to results reporting and poster design, Max offers his experiences and advice. Undergraduates planning to do UROPS or FYP will find this a very useful guide.

In this debut blog post, club member Max Tan brings readers into the world of scientific paper-writing, covering aspects from choosing topics and teammates to overcoming mid-life crises and deadlines, providing advice and warnings in equal measure. Budding scientists making their nascent steps into research will find this a useful read.