Details of Core Research Skills training sessions. These training sessions should provide a grounding in research skills and methods which will be useful throughout your PhD. They cover key areas such as research ethics and using AI effectively, as well as providing tools for carrying out your research successfully. These training options were previously known in the EastBio training programme as 'Set 1 Foundation Masterclasses'.Students are expected to attend at least one option in year 1 and one option in year 2. Training sessions are also open to those in year 3 and 4. Delivered Locally You can find these training options through your local institution.Research EthicsStatistics and Experimental DesignHow to Write a Thesis University of Aberdeen trainingUniversity of Dundee trainingUniversity of Edinburgh trainingUniversity of St Andrews trainingUniversity of Stirling training Via EastBio These options will be open to all EastBio students, and you can register via the EastBio website.AI MasterclassSystematic Review and Mapping Methods External Options These training sessions are run by external bodies, and may have a cost associated, often with a discount for EastBio students.Learn to DiscoverMANTRA This article was published on 2025-09-12