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asked at 11 Jul, 2023 18:06 in CASASoftware , MEERKAT

By Nisha Ali

Requests a breakdown of the key functions the CASA software performs in the MEERKAT data processing pipeline.

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asked at 11 Jul, 2023 10:58 in ActionVerbs , Clarity

By Kushi Gupta

The importance of using precise, actionable language when formulating research objectives.

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asked at 10 Jul, 2023 18:38 in Astronomyresearch , GoogleLunarXPrize

By Xoxo

Aims to understand the objectives, outcomes, and lasting impact of the Google Lunar X Prize on commercial space exploration.

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By Deep

Seeking a clear explanation of epiphenomenalism, the view that mental states are causally inert by-products of physical processes.

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asked at 10 Jul, 2023 15:15 in InformationalInterview

By Meera

Crafting a respectful and effective request for a one-on-one conversation to learn from an established scholar.

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asked at 10 Jul, 2023 12:50 in PeerReview , ResearchIntegrity

By Princy

Examining the strengths, weaknesses, and evolving forms of peer review as the cornerstone of scholarly validation.

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asked at 10 Jul, 2023 11:57 in AI

By Neethi

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asked at 10 Jul, 2023 11:14 in AI

By Anuj Patel

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asked at 09 Jul, 2023 13:29 in ProperMotion , Stars

By Aaqib

Asking whether the calculated metric of reduced proper motion is an invariant stellar property or susceptible to observational biases.

97528 Views 208 Votes 1 Answers
asked at 05 Jul, 2023 11:59 in ExternalNetworking , InternalNetworking

By Fern G

Balancing the effort and value of building professional relationships internally and outside one's home institution.

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asked at 04 Jul, 2023 13:59 in AcademicService , ReviewerInvitation

By Anuj Patel

Navigating the etiquette and practical considerations of accepting or refusing invitations to review manuscripts.

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asked at 04 Jul, 2023 12:50 in OpenAccess , ScholarlyPublishing

By Rajeev

Analyzing the transformative effects of open access on dissemination, funding, and the very definition of scholarly success.

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By Amy

Seeking vetted, reliable references that provide factual depth and analytical rigor on this sensitive topic.

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asked at 04 Jul, 2023 11:25 in Abstract , Redundancy

By Karan D

Determining whether a separate abstract page is required before the main synopsis content.

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