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On leaving academia for industry

What's it like to leave academia for a job in industry? Are there any drawbacks to working in industry having an academic background? Matt from the Instagram @GradSchoolSucks shares his experience of leaving an academic job to pursue a career in industry

Oliver Back

April 22, 2024

6 min read

Meet Oliver Back: The Customer Support and Community Manager for Scholarcy

Oliver Back shares his thoughts on supporting students with ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, using user-centered design to enhance learning outcomes. Oliver's strategies incorporate user feedback into Scholarcy's development, offering practical tools and resources to improve information processing for users with learning difficulties. His approach underlines the importance of adaptability and inclusivity in educational technology.

Jessica Rachid

April 11, 2024

8 min read

The Founder of Scholarcy: Phil Gooch

Phil Gooch, Founder of Scholarcy, shares his journey from a childhood fascination with programming to revolutionizing academic reading with AI technology. With a vision rooted in enhancing educational experiences and inclusivity, Scholarcy breaks down complex texts into digestible summaries, aiding over half a million users worldwide. Gooch's story highlights the importance of persistence, innovation, and addressing genuine needs in the EdTech sector.

Jessica Rachid

April 8, 2024

9 min read

How have AI tools been taken advantage of in a research setting?

How have AI tools been utilised in a research setting? Have scientists adopted AI tools into their toolkit, or has there been hesitation in their uptake?

Oliver Back

March 13, 2024

5 min read

Building an EdTech Startup: An interview with Emma Warren-Jones

Emma Warren-Jones, co-founder of Scholarcy, shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights on the evolution of the EdTech industry, emphasizing Scholarcy's role in making academic research more accessible and the shift towards direct-to-consumer models.

Jessica Rachid

March 1, 2024

9 min read

Study guide series: Using Scholarcy to manage your references

How does Scholarcy help students and researchers to track and store their academic references?

Oliver Back

February 22, 2024

4 min read

The Future of Women In AI

Addressing the systemic barriers and fostering inclusivity for a more innovative technological landscape. Unveiling the challenges and opportunities for women's leadership and participation in AI.

Jessica Rachid

February 21, 2024

4 min read

The Future of AI and Academia: Mushtaq Bilal

In an era where AI is reshaping every facet of life, what role does it play in revolutionising academic writing and research? Discover how Mushtaq Bilal leverages AI to enhance scholarly work.

Jessica Rachid

February 13, 2024

6 min read

A professional's perspective on the use of AI tools within the workplace

How do professionals, such as computer programmers, use AI tools in the workplace

Oliver Back

February 12, 2024

10+ min read

An academic's perception on the use of AI within academia and education

An academics perception on the use of AI in academic and education settings. How is the university landscape changing with the addition of AI assistance?

Oliver Back

February 2, 2024

8 min read

Navigating the 2024 Job Market: A Graduate's Guide in the AI Era

Emotional intelligence, creativity and critical thinking are essential skills in today's job market.

Jessica Rachid

January 30, 2024

6 min read

Study guide series: Reading techniques for academic literature

What are the differences between Skim reading, and Close reading, and how can Scholarcy help facilitate both?

Oliver Back

January 9, 2024

5 min read

AI In The Classroom

The surge in AI usage for education raises questions about academic integrity and learning efficacy, with educators worldwide adjusting teaching methods to integrate technology meaningfully.

Jessica Rachid

December 11, 2023

3 min read

Essential Academic AI Apps

AI tools are enhancing academic research by simplifying literature reviews and enabling quick access to reliable information, empowering students and scholars to focus on research.

Jessica Rachid

December 9, 2023

4 min read

Sourcing, Screening, and Storing new literature with Scholarcy

Learn how you can source, screen, and store academic literature with Scholarcy

Oliver Back

November 24, 2023

6 min read

Top Artificial Intelligence Podcasts

Since I began using Scholarcy, I have been researching the rise of AI technology and how it can change the way we learn. One of the most effective ways to stay updated on the latest AI developments, especially when balancing a full-time job or pursuing a degree, is by tuning into podcasts.

Jessica Rachid

October 20, 2023

5 min read