Progress/Outcome Cheat Sheet
Reading and Literature Review
- Summarized key insights and critical points from papers or books.
- Identified gaps in the literature or potential areas for exploration.
- Organized references for use in thesis or papers.
Simulations and Experiments
- Successfully ran simulations or experiments and obtained valid results.
- Optimized model parameters for better accuracy.
- Documented unexpected results or trends for further investigation.
Writing and Documentation
- Completed sections of thesis, paper, or reports.
- Revised drafts based on feedback from supervisors or peers.
- Prepared clear and concise slides for presentations.
Meetings and Collaboration
- Clarified doubts or directions from supervisors.
- Shared updates and received constructive feedback.
- Agreed on action items and responsibilities within the team.
Analysis and Data Processing
- Created visualizations to better interpret data trends.
- Identified correlations or patterns in the data.
- Prepared insights to include in reports or presentations.
Administrative and Miscellaneous Tasks
- Successfully met deadlines for coursework or TA responsibilities.
- Attended and gained insights from seminars or workshops.
- Streamlined organization of files and research logs.
Planning and Strategy
- Achieved weekly or monthly goals and milestones.
- Adjusted plans based on unforeseen challenges.
- Developed a clearer direction for next steps in research.