They once told me that for initial projects/research works, the topic is not the first priority. It is your SUPERVISOR.
I thought I had an average supervisor. OK OK, above average as he will come help me with cleaning and arranging of the glasswares and lab apparatus.
Anyway, after the research project, we were supposed to come up with a paper and get some publication. However, after more than a year, nothing came through. Even after a few emails to him. So I thought he couldn’t care less.
My now supervisor actually drafted a paper and is going to send the first draft in. It was a Tier 3 paper and I do not know what does it mean. I wanted to question him but it was off office hours and he dislike people calling him for something unimportant. Being an Acting Dean of Graduate Research Studies now, I think he is actually more busy.
Anyway how, I do not know who to turn to. Hence I called Dr Juan to ask him. He did not pick up. So I turn to the power of FB! Tse Yuen answered me =D But I was so surprised that Dr Juan just called me! HEHE. He called a few times. I did not want to pick it up since I already knew what it was. But he called again so I figured I should just pick it up and send him some greetings. We had a short conversation with him assuring me having a paper publish is good enough. Do not care about the tiers first! And he kept on praising me, having been able to make new crystals. He was over the moon! HAHA…
He told me how not everyone can come out with new crystals. Not only technique, but also luck plays a large role. I must have been one hell of a lucky girl <3 His encouragement gave me more confidence. Taking his advice, I think I should finish my Masters, rather than thinking about going overseas to do an honours degree. Hmm… hope this thought stays in my brain! HAHA <3
Wish he will find the time and come through with that initial paper publication for me,
The one who is extremely elated! =D
Of love…
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