My Ph.D. was Pointless, Noisy, and Exploitative–and I would do it again.

A systems-level look at a California-based STEM Ph.D. An honest reflection on exploitation, noise, and uncertainty in academia—and why I'd still do it again.

So You Want to Get a PhD?

Things I wish I had known before starting my PhD. A guide for those considering the academic path, covering the decision, the search, and the application process.