What is your research focus, and what excites you most about the work you're doing within the program?
Do students have significant control over the direction of their research projects, or is there a more structured approach to research topics?
Can you tell me about your relationship with your supervisor? How supportive have they been?
What are their strengths/weaknesses or what do you go to them for?
How did you decide on a supervisor? Was it based on other students’ experiences? Their research? Reputation?
When did you decide on a supervisor? Was it before you applied for your PhD?
How would you describe the overall collaborative environment within the Neuroscience program? Is there a strong sense of teamwork and knowledge sharing?
What's the environment like for women of color? Have there been any issues you're aware of?
How do you find the work-life balance within the program?
Is there anything you wish you’d known before starting your PhD, deciding on Neuroscience, or applying to the school?
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