Research Funding, Publishing, Mentoring

Tutorial @ the 2025 IEEE 

International Conference on Fuzzy Systems 

(https://fuzzieee2025.conf.lip6.fr/)

Reims, France, 6th July - Celebrating 60 Years !

Abstract

This tutorial provides important soft skills that are important for successful careers: skills beyond technical and scientific excellence. We address topics on writing research grant proposals, finding appropriate funding resources, research ethics, conflicts of interest, etc. We also discuss writing good papers, presenting/communicating novel ideas clearly, learning citation, copyright and plagiarism rules/customs, finding/choosing the right journals to submit, peer reviewing, serving on conference review boards and journal editorial boards, generally developing a sense of belonging to the community. Other essential skills include being a mentor and a mentee, sharing knowledge with others and overall, benefitting from professional networking. Target audience of the tutorial is young professionals and others who might be interested in learning about these (often overlooked) aspects of technical careers. The interactive format with audience Q & A will encourage open discussion and provide useful soft skills that are important for professional success.