>>60569185
truly bitchy and pathetic thread pretending to be a genuine request for information

>>40163741
idk how american phd programmes work but in europe usually you apply for projects which have already been selected for funding, excepting certain programmes, so having a basic level of ability and a good amount of persistence in applying for them, showing interest in your subject and getting on your professors' good side is helpful. asking about shadowing or getting lab experience is a good idea, most undergrad's biggest problem is not listening and not being good in the lab. also burger phds are absurdly long so make sure you meet the team before you take a spot
>did my phd viva a month ago