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It’s been nearly one year since I’ve began my PhD, things have been hectic this past few weeks and months. We’ve had the Eusipco 2009 conference to organise and run which was very successful. Also, for me there has been a lot of work being going on with regards to my research. Next week will be my annual review where it will be decided if I can continue on with it for a second year.

I’m hoping that all my reading will start coming together to and form something that I can call my own. Novelty, is an important factor in PhD research and without it difficult to justify three years of work. I don’t really do a new year’s resolutions  but I think for university it makes more sense, a new session will start, new students will be returning and it’s definitely a milestone for me so this is my list for the new university session in no particular order.

• Don’t just read more. Write more
• Don’t lose motivation when things aren’t going right
• Don’t lose motivation when things have gone right
• Don’t get distracted too much
• Focus more on the problem you have
• Be diligent in your work
• Use the help of others who have had more experience than you
• Look after yourself body and mind
• A rest is good, but don’t waste the day on it
• Have fun

I think that’s pretty much it for now, I’ll be sure to think on these things and try my best.

Thanks for reading

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