Grad school defenses are the ultimate test of a researcher’s expertise, challenging students to defend their work (sometimes years worth of it!) before a panel of experts. But why are they so important? In this episode, we break down the purpose of various types of defenses, what makes them so nerve-wracking, and how they shape the next generation of scientists.

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