Failure is an integral part of the academic journey, encountered by researchers at every stage of their careers. For early career professionals, these setbacks can be particularly daunting, potentially impacting confidence and career progression. This webinar aims to provide a comprehensive guide on navigating and responding to failure in academia. Through a 20-minute keynote talk and a panel discussion with three experienced researchers, attendees will gain insights into overcoming challenges, developing resilience, and turning setbacks into opportunities for growth.

Key topics That We Will Address in This Webinar:

Common types of failure in academia (e.g., grant rejections, paper rejections and experimental setbacks).
Personal stories and experiences of failure
Practical strategies for coping with and learning from failure
The importance of resilience and a growth mindset
Tips for early career researchers to maintain motivation and progress despite setbacks

Lead Organizers, Early Career Professionals Subcommittee

Hajar Homa Maleki, University of Cologne

Laisuo Su, The University of Texas at Dallas

Yirui Zhang, Stanford University

Tayebeh Ameri

Kiel University

Appearances