Create personalized literature databases and use these to correctly cite and format bibliographic information.

Generate an effective CV that targets their next level of employment.

Optimize opportunities available to them at scientific meetings to establish collaborative networks with other students, postdocs and faculty.

Prepare an effective poster and oral presentation.

Prepare and submit a competitive grant proposal.

Prepare publication quality illustrations, figures, charts & graphs and eventually a manuscript for publication.

Communicate their ideas effectively and appropriately through electronic media.

Devise an active learning lesson plan for effectively teaching a biological principle.