The inaugural meeting of the 2017 NSW IMNIS Mentees (we’re open to suggestions for a catchier name!) took place in late April. The concept of the meetup was so popular that even some mentors expressed interest in coming along. Unfortunately none were able to make the first one, but we hope to have special guests […]
A successful mentoring partnership takes commitment and...
The Mentee Perspective: Benita Tse I completed my Bachelor of Science and Honours at The University of Sydney. Currently, I’m now a third year PhD student in the Cellular Photoimmunology group of the Faculty of Medicine and Health. My PhD project investigates the immune modulatory mechanisms of ultraviolet irradiation with the hopes of identifying novel biomarkers. […]
Extending myself as a scientist
I have a strong passion and fascination for science and innovation. I will probably never lose this hunger for knowledge and became interested in scientific research at a young age. As a scientific researcher, I hope to contribute to society by improving the current knowledge in my chosen field and ultimately creating more a scientifically […]
At the half-way mark: an IMNIS mentee reflects
In the last six months since commencing the IMNIS MedTech-Pharma program as a mentee, I have received more advice on careers in industry than in my last ten years of university and work. Before I started my PhD in 2016, I was conflicted whether to pursue a career in academia and I had little knowledge […]
IMNIS Orientation at Monash University – preparing ment
Monash University’s IMNIS coordinator, Associate Professor Priscilla Johanesen, shares how she prepares IMNIS mentees at her organisation for their IMNIS program through an orientation session. Priscilla says “This way students know what is expected of them and ensures they get the most out of their industry mentoring experience”. The IMNIS team works closely with the […]