JustADream Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Realistically, how good does it look to have one? I have the opportunity to get my name in a paper this year, but it is going to require a lot of time and work which I could potentially be diverting elsewhere to expand my EC's. I already have plenty of research experience so this would just be an "added bonus" so to speak.. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 That is a difficult one. I believe being well rounded is crucial. I never did any research in undergrad. Being published does look good but depth of experience within the community is more important, I feel. Others may have different views. As you have research experience already, I agree that it may be a bonus but the hours devoted to other activities may prove to be more beneficial. Why not go for what interests you more! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustADream Posted August 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Thank you for the reply, f_d! It certainly is a tough decision. I really enjoy doing research, and I am in love with the topic I am doing research on. However, I agree with you in that it is more important to be a well rounded student, but also showing passion and commitment in the EC's that I already have. I had absolutely no intention of doing research for the sole purpose of getting a pub. However, I fear that if i let this opportunity go by I will regret it in the future Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
future_doc Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 Well then, let me know (even if by PM) your ECs and year of study, and I can give you a more informed viewpoint. When MMI time came, it was smack in the middle of finals. What to do? I made the decision in a nano second not to prepare for the MMI as I could always apply next cycle but GPA stays with me forever. I did well in exams and could have done better for the MMI but was waitlisted until I got off the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soporific Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 If it is a first-author pub in a respectable journal (the impact factor will depend on your field, but maybe >4?) I would say go for it. If it is a mid-author publication or would be published in a not so good journal, then focus on other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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