Unlock your research potential

Free e-learning modules developed by global experts.

The Elsevier Researcher Academy is an entirely free e-learning platform designed to unlock the potential of early and mid-career researchers. 

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22 m
Ensuring visibility

Life after publication: How to promote your work for maximum impact

In an era of ever-increasing scientific publications, early career researchers face the challenge of standing out amidst the noise.
1 h
Funding

How to secure funding - ECR edition

The first step to funding your research or getting the dream fellowship is writing the perfect application.
20 m
Inclusion and Diversity for Researchers

Minorities in STEM: Barriers they face in academia and pathways to allyship

What are the barriers faced by women, ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ colleagues in their career progression in STEM?
29 m
Career guidance
Why Researcher Academy

Master essential skills

Master essential skills

Pick up practical skills and solid professional development advice.

Learn from the best

Learn from the best

Access high quality content developed by leading research experts.

Maximize your impact

Maximize your impact

Learn how to make your research stand out & garner those all-important citations.

Building a research career these days is not simple or straightforward. Researcher Academy provides excellent resources for researchers who face funding, communication, and professional development challenges in a constantly evolving and increasingly competitive academic career environment.

Natalie Lundsteen

Dr. Natalie Lundsteen

Assistant Dean for Career and Professional Development & Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Researcher Academy is a great and very lively medium. The quantity and quality of information provided are instrumental for early career researchers, helping them establish a strong publication record, correctly adhering to stringent publication ethics.

Bert Blocken

Prof. dr. ir Bert Blocken

Full Professor, Department of the Built Environment, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) & Department of Civil Engineering, KU Leuven

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