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noun

  • The process of acquiring new skills, knowledge, and experience in one's career field through training, education, or other learning opportunities.

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We must support new and expanded Ph.D. programs, as well as auxiliary assistance with professional development and research.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

"Tsantiri's work is a nice example of the multidisciplinary collaborations needed for advancing the field, and of the kind of professional development opportunities for early career researchers at FRIB."

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

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  • workforce training
  • skill stacking
  • career pathing
  • upskilling
  • future-proofing

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  • career plateau
  • de-skilling
  • resting on laurels

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