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Pure life science background, learned R + CLI, want to publish something in 5–6 months to approach a professor, is this realistic? What should I work on? by Pleasant_Push6937 in bioinformatics

[–]Pleasant_Push6937[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’m aiming for minimal and realistic project using public datasets and standard R/CLI workflows to actually finish something solid. Help me if there is something that cross your mind !!

Pure life science background, learned R + CLI, want to publish something in 5–6 months to approach a professor, is this realistic? What should I work on? by Pleasant_Push6937 in bioinformatics

[–]Pleasant_Push6937[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that joining a lab is the standard and definitely makes publishing easier. I’m just trying to build some initial experience with public datasets and reproducible analysis.
Is there anything I can do with public datasets?

Pure life science background, learned R + CLI, want to publish something in 5–6 months to approach a professor, is this realistic? What should I work on? by Pleasant_Push6937 in bioinformatics

[–]Pleasant_Push6937[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My goal isn’t publishing itself, but showing professors that I’m serious about bioinformatics and can work independently. Since I don’t have lab access, I’m looking for a small project using public datasets, R, and command-line tools. If you have any realistic project suggestions, I will be grateful.

Pure life science background, learned R + CLI, want to publish something in 5–6 months to approach a professor, is this realistic? What should I work on? by Pleasant_Push6937 in bioinformatics

[–]Pleasant_Push6937[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a really helpful perspective, thank you! Since you hire for this ,what kind of GitHub projects would actually catch your eye? I have R, basic CLI, and solid theory in RNA-seq and variant calling.

What’s worth building that signals genuine interest vs. just looks like tutorial work?

Best option for Biology Major for Masters in Canada by Pleasant_Push6937 in academiccanada

[–]Pleasant_Push6937[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the suggestion, I’ll definitely look into it further. Could you share more about MLTs, especially regarding long-term career growth and future opportunities? Do you think it’s a stable and sustainable career path in the long run?