1. The predecessor of "Project Management in Science: Practical Approaches" was "Advanced Project Management for Laboratory Scientists," aiming to cultivate practical abilities in planning and executing scientific research projects. The course has been offered since February 2013 (2nd semester of the 101 academic year), conducted in Chinese, and has received high recognition over the past decade. Students widely acknowledge its substantial contribution to scientific research. 2. In order to enhance students' English communication and expression skills, it is hoped that after completing this course, it will be conducted in English. The modification of the course name is a response to students' feedback, aligning the course title more closely with its content. 3. For the course outline, please refer to the "Unit Topics" in the course schedule (last page). 4. The course emphasizes discussions with lively and practical topics. The basic structure includes: in the first half, focusing on reading and explaining key literature and discussing research practices; in the second half, emphasizing case guidance, sharing insights, and allowing for free questions. 5. No need to worry about English proficiency issues; I will do my best to help students understand.

Course Objectives 1. Research Topic Planning: This aspect focuses on shaping essential research topics and providing guidelines for conducting experiments effectively. 2. Mental Resilience Training: Students will learn to cultivate a professional attitude to confront research challenges, overcome experimental obstacles, and adhere to academic ethics. 3. Data Presentation Skills: Emphasis will be placed on mastering the principles of effective oral expression and understanding key elements in writing professional papers. 4. Research Career Planning: Students will explore professional ethics in the workplace and engage in practical case studies to chart their path in the research field.

Course Requirements 1. Regular and active attendance, along with active participation in discussions, is mandatory. 2. After each class, students are expected to submit an online summary of their learning experience, with the goal of gaining valuable insights from each session. 3. Thoroughly reading the assigned literature is essential to truly understand the author's academic ideas and valuable suggestions, as they serve as indispensable references for practical application.

2-4 hours per week

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