Mentoring during Uncertain Times

Trends Biochem Sci. 2021 May;46(5):345-348. doi: 10.1016/j.tibs.2021.01.012. Epub 2021 Feb 20.

Abstract

Scientific success is mainly supported by mentoring, which often occurs through face-to-face interactions. Changes to the research environment incurred by the Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic have necessitated mentorship adaptations. Here, we describe how mentors can broaden their mentorship to support trainee growth and provide reassurance about trainee development amid uncertain circumstances.

Keywords: emotional intelligence; mentoring; technological resources; training; uncertainty; virtual mentoring.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • COVID-19 / epidemiology*
  • Humans
  • Mentoring*
  • Pandemics*
  • Research Personnel / education*
  • SARS-CoV-2*