The Critical Discussion Group: Fostering Personal and Scientific Growth

Citation:

Klein A, Lande-Diner L. The Critical Discussion Group: Fostering Personal and Scientific Growth. Molecular Cell [Internet]. 2011;44(2):167 - 169.

Abstract:

As scientists, we greatly benefit from discussing our work with our peers. Informal, unstructured interactions often yield highly creative feedback. With this in mind, we created a group that fosters discussion of its members' work. The group engages us in new research fields and ways of thinking, and provides us with an opportunity for co-mentoring. Three key components were essential for making this group work: the emphasis on non-hierarchical debate; the diversity of the group members; and the mutual respect existing among the participants.

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