InnovatED graduate research magazine seeking submissions

The Graduate School is seeking submissions for the 2023-24 edition of its research magazine, InnovatED. The mission of this magazine is to showcase the influential and inspirational graduate research conducted at our university. Each publication features ten graduate students, selected by Graduate School leadership.

“InnovatED isn’t just a great way for graduate students to share their research with readers around the world; it’s also an opportunity to practice writing about research in a way that is accessible to a nonspecialist audience, a skill that can be vital to gaining project funding or future employment,” shared Brittany Ledman, senior communication professional in the Graduate School’s Office of Professional Development.

InnovatED is a popular press publication, meaning graduate students are challenged to write about their research in a way that resonates with the general public. Students must avoid jargon and explain how their research is helping solve today’s toughest challenges. Past issues featured research exploring artificial intelligence, pharmaceutical discoveries, traumatic brain injuries and more.

Students selected for publication will receive an award of $250 per accepted manuscript, with the cover story receiving $500. Their research will also be shared with readers in more than 88 countries. Purdue University graduate students from all campuses are encouraged to participate. Those who are interested should submit a 700-800 word popular press article by Nov. 10. 

Students can submit, learn more and check out previous editions of InnovatED online.