Evolution, ecology, conservation, reproduction…the list of biology topics seems to go on forever. Every biology student wishes that they could learn the array of topics through the “magical” process of osmosis. Unfortunately, it is never that simple for us human beings. We need to rigorously study for our brains to retain all this information....
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“Yoh! Chemistry is so difficult and takes so much time!” “I studied so hard, but I still failed!” “I don’t know why I need Chemistry for my degree!” “I just need to pass.” Does this sound familiar? Read on… I am a Bioinorganic Chemistry researcher at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South...
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There are few people who enjoy the thought of taking an exam. We see exams as a form of judgment, a test where we must prove ourselves worthy or suffer the consequences; like in Monty Python and the Holy Grail! A little stress may be motivational, and you do indeed have a vested interest...
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Is it time for that exam? You’re weeks into the semester, and it’s time for an exam. Don’t panic! These five tips and strategies will help you ace it. Prepare to study: Be sure you have your study materials and an understanding of the type of test or means of assessment. Preparedness will allow...
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Things are changing so fast at the moment, and by now many Golden Key International Honour Society members are working from home due to the closure of universities, schools and offices. This means that, for many people, your private space is now your office space. So how do you make this work? We want...
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