The dark truth behind PHD in India | Soul Connection | Bengali Podcast | Episode 4

Spotify Link: spoti.fi/3HNzdTx Welcome to "PhD Unplugged" - the ultimate podcast! Join Satyaki Biswas and Arunava Khasnobis, as we dive into the world of PhDs, from the basics of applying for a PhD program and understanding the role of a Principal Investigator (PI), to uncovering intriguing facts about the inside politics of academia, scientific biases, and the infamous Sci-Hub stories. With candid conversations, insider insights, and unfiltered stories, we'll explore the challenges, triumphs, and untold truths of being a PhD student. Get ready for an eye-opening experience as we delve into the highs, lows, challenges, and opportunities of pursuing a PhD, and unlock the secrets of the academic world. Whether you're a current PhD student, aspiring to pursue a PhD, or simply curious about the world of research, "PhD Unveiled" is the podcast you don't want to miss! Tune in now and get ready to discover the real story behind the PhD journey. 00:00 Intro 01:12 Process of doing PHD in India 11:14 Relation between Philosophy and Science 13:04 Career paths after PHD 19:07 Funding process in PHD 27:14 Role of PI in PHD 30:52 Role of politics in PHD 36:56 Process of getting research papers published 43:22 Monopoly of Journals exposed 46:47 Citation explained 49:13 Sci-hub story 52:40 Authentication of Journals 53:37 Predatory Journals 59:30 Fritz Haber: Fertilizer and War Gas Pioneer 01:03:59 Thomas Midgley Jr.: Ozone layer's destroyer 01:09:03 Conformation Bias: Ignoring contradictory evidence 01:12:21 Semmelweis Bias: Rejecting new ideas 01:18:14 Towering Science & accidental Scientific inventions 01:19:44 Albert Einstein's foundation of LASER 01:20:33 Story behind the invention of MRI If you wish to be a guest on "The Soul Connection Podcast", mail us at [email protected]. We shall get in touch with you. Join Bengali filmmaker Arunava Khasnobis as he invites guests from diverse fields to share their insights and experiences on his podcast. With an insatiable curiosity and a passion for learning, Arunava takes listeners on a journey of discovery, exploring a range of topics and perspectives. From art and culture to science and technology, his podcast offers a unique blend of conversations and ideas that are both thought-provoking and engaging. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on the world around us with Arunava Khasnobis. Follow Arunava: Instagram-   / akhasnobis   Facebook -   / khasnobis   If you like the content, please SUBSCRIBE TO OUR CHANNEL. Watch other episodes of "Soul Connection Podcast" History of Money: https://bit.ly/3KFnqrX Taste of Bengal: https://bit.ly/41bHfMS Lost Melodies -The decline of Bengali Music and its relevance today :https://bit.ly/3Apz2tk Big Thanks and a lot of love. Thanks For Watching! CONNECT with US: Like Our Facebook page:   / sondesh.tv   Follow us on Instagram:   / sondesh.tv   For any queries, mail us at: [email protected] Visit us at: https://www.sondesh.tv/ #arunavakhasnobis #bengalipodcast #phdlife