Awesome Tips is a curated collection of practical guidance on research, mentorship, and academic writing.
The collection addresses common challenges faced by researchers and students: how to maintain research momentum, navigate mentor relationships, conduct experiments, overcome obstacles, and communicate findings effectively. It organizes advice into three main areas—conducting research, working with mentors, and writing papers—with resources ranging from detailed markdown documents to external links pointing to Twitter threads and presentations. The approach is to gather actionable tips and frameworks rather than comprehensive tutorials, making guidance accessible for quick reference.
Researchers and graduate students deciding whether to adopt this collection should consider their stage and needs. The tips span foundational questions like choosing research directions and managing rejection through to specific technical skills like writing introductions, creating tables, and preparing journal responses. Someone early in their research career will find broad guidance on research progress and idea generation, while those further along may benefit from focused advice on paper writing and working with senior advisors. The collection does not position itself against alternatives; it simply aggregates practical wisdom on topics where researchers commonly seek guidance.
Development activity on the project shows ongoing engagement with the research community. The maintainer regularly adds new tips and updates existing resources, drawing on both personal experience and guest contributions. The collection continues to expand across its three main topic areas, indicating sustained attention to keeping guidance current and relevant.
