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What to look for in a great mentor? Mentors can help to achieve academic and professional, as well as sporting goals. A mentor is important to a Ph.D. student; for example, scheduling weekly meetings, discussing and providing a range of scientific resources, and improving understanding of the scope of research being undertaken. In this situation, a mentor will help explore research gaps and encourage a mentee to extend knowledge in specific areas.
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A good mentor will provide constructive feedback, directing further studies or action to strengthen any weaknesses. He or she will help keep a mentee on track, especially when things are not going as planned, and help individuals stay at the top of their game, by pushing with better focus than people push themselves.
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Professor Brian H. O’Connor’s obituary is more than a formal notice—it’s a testament to his scientific brilliance, his dedication to education, and his global leadership in crystallography. From pioneering research and method development to mentoring generations and directing major organizations, his contributions have deeply shaped the field. His memory lives on through his work, his students, and the standards he set for excellence.
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This page is a summary of: Brian H. O'Connor (1940–2024), Journal of Applied Crystallography, July 2025, International Union of Crystallography,
DOI: 10.1107/s1600576725005552.
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