Research careers in the biomedical sciences September 2007 A working group report from the Academy of Medical Sciences. Available as a pdf from www.acmedsci.ac.uk under 'publications'.

'On the right track' AHRC 2007 A longitudinal analysis of Arts and Humanities-funded PhDs, exploring the economic, social and cultural impacts and benefits derived from arts and humanities research. Available to view as a pdf at:

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"Academic Writing & Study Skills Resources"

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Academic styles of referencing are confusing and outdated, says Alec Gill. So why not simplify the whole thing? Here's how...

The highest ranking journals, by citation and by consensus, maintain their reputation for publishing the most original and impactful research by excluding the vast majority of papers submitted. Only the crème de la crème are able to satisfy the exacting demands of the editors and reviewers of tier 1 journals, and in this way papers that do not meet the very highest standards, either as a result of calculation or previous rejection, come to be submitted to lower tier journals.

supports promising young researchers in biomedical science. Also offer flexible travel awards.

UK's leading information and advice service on European Union funding for research and higher education.

range of fellowships to help outstanding scientists build an independent research career.

Academic fellowships- provides a stable path into academia. Scheme open to researchers in all subject areas covered by the research councils

HE subject launch pad portal hosted by Heriot Watt University - excellent tool for accessing relevant subject specific links (professional bodies/journals/academia and some job sites)

funding opportunities for health research, part of the national Institute for Health Research