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Postgraduate studies: Find the best fit

Choices for doctoral programmes can seem endless, so look for one that matches your interests and personality.

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Powell, K. Postgraduate studies: Find the best fit. Nature 539, 127–129 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1038/nj7627-127a

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