There is no doubt that getting your Ph.D. is hard work. That’s why we created Pathverse with the goal to make our studies easier and in turn, yours! Here’s a list of ten other essential tools, resources, and apps for Ph.D. students… all in one place.

• Pathverse: Pathverse is a free, no-code software that allows you to build custom research apps. Create intervention studies, send out timed notifications, and create custom surveys or questionnaires for your study participants. Pathverse also hosts a large library of features and an exclusive FREE tier for Ph.D. students and early career researchers.

• Zotero: This free reference manager can help you organize and cite your research sources. It’s a valuable tool for keeping track of your research materials, generating bibliographies and saving time in formatting citations.

• Grammarly: A helpful grammar-checking tool that can identify grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors in your writing. It is an excellent tool for Ph.D. students who want to avoid mistakes in their academic writing.

• Trello: A powerful productivity tool that allows you to organize your tasks and to-do lists visually. You can create cards, add deadlines, and categorize tasks by importance. It’s a great way to keep track of your work and manage your time effectively.

• Evernote: A note-taking app that allows you to organize your notes, documents, and research materials in one place. You can also set reminders, create to-do lists, and share notes with others. It’s an excellent tool for keeping track of your ideas and research materials.|

• Spotify & Ambient Mixer Research suggests that listening to music while studying can improve focus and concentration, as well as reduce anxiety and stress. Music can also provide a background of positive emotions that can enhance learning and memory retention. Here are some great resources for music you can study to.Spotify is a popular music streaming platform that allows users to access millions of songs, podcasts, and other audio content from various artists and genres around the world. Users can create their own playlists, share and discover new music, and enjoy personalized recommendations based on their listening history and preferences. We’ve linked our playlist above!Ambient-mixer.com allows users to create and listen to custom ambient soundscapes. Users can mix together various sounds such as rain, thunder, birdsong, and music to create their own personalized background soundtracks. The site offers a wide variety of pre-made soundscapes as well as the ability to create and save custom soundscapes. It also has a community feature where users can share their soundscapes with others and browse and listen to soundscapes created by other members. The site is designed to be used for relaxation, meditation, studying, and other activities where background sound can enhance the experience.

• Microsoft Excel: A powerful data analysis tool that can help you manage and analyze large sets of data. It’s a great tool for Ph.D. students who need to process and interpret complex data sets.

• EndNote: Another reference manager, similar to Zotero and Mendeley, that allows you to organize and cite your research sources. It’s a great tool for Ph.D. students who want a more traditional citation and reference management tool.

• Slack: A communication and collaboration tool that can help you stay connected with your research team or advisor. You can create channels, share files, and communicate in real-time. It’s a great way to keep everyone on the same page.

• Google Scholar: A search engine that allows you to find academic papers, journals, and books. You can also set up alerts to get notified when new papers in your field are published. It’s an essential tool for Ph.D. students who want to stay up-to-date on the latest research in their field.

• Scrivener: A writing software that allows you to organize your writing projects, break them down into manageable chunks, and keep track of your progress. It’s an excellent tool for Ph.D. students who need to write long-form research papers, theses, or dissertations.

We hope these resources benefit your studies and make your life that much easier.

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