Admissions How does one find a great Graduate advisor to work with?

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When preparing to apply for a PhD program, it's crucial to identify leading experts in the desired field, in this case, planetary geology, especially for candidates with backgrounds in Mathematics and Environmental Science. Engaging with academic journals, attending conferences, and utilizing platforms like ResearchGate or LinkedIn can facilitate connections with prominent researchers. Networking through academic events or university seminars is also beneficial. The discussion highlights the importance of not only identifying these experts but also understanding effective methods for outreach and engagement with them.
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Hi all,

I'll be applying for Graduate school (PhD) at the end of this year.

I have been told that it is a good time to start scoping out the best people in the field that I am interested in, no matter where they are from. Is there an 'easy' way to go about doing this? How does one do this? If it is of any importance to the thread, my degrees will be in Mathematics and Environmental science. I am interested in becoming a planetary geologist.

Thank you.
 
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RJLiberator said:
Hi all,

I'll be applying for Graduate school (PhD) at the end of this year.

I have been told that it is a good time to start scoping out the best people in the field that I am interested in, no matter where they are from.

Who told you this, and why didn't they also tell you how to go about doing this?

Zz.
 

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