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[A LITTLE MORE TEXT HERETO INDICATE THAT YOU HAVE RESEARCHED THE SUPERVISOR’S RESEARCH PROGRAM] . I feel that my previous experience with [KEY METHODS/TOPICS] would make your lab a perfect fit for my graduate studies. In particular, I would love to investigate [SPECIFIC RESEARCH TOPIC(S)] . Are you planning to take any [PhD or MSc] students for the [FALL or WINTER][YEAR] cycle?  \nI have worked with Dr. [PREVIOUS ADVISOR SURNAME] in the [LAB NAME] laboratory at [PREVIOUS INSTITUTION] for the past [NUMBER] years. During this time, I used [KEY METHODS] to study theneurobiological basis of [RESEARCH TOPIC], and discovered [KEY FINDING] . I presented this work as a poster at [CONFERENCE], and am also a co-author on a manuscript describing the findings that is currently under peer review.  \nI appreciate your time and consideration, and have attached my CV for further reference. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require additional information or have questions.  \nSincerely,  \n[STUDENT NAME]  \n[note: remember to send a follow-up email if you haven’t heard back in 2-3 weeks]  \nSample Follow-up Letter to Potential IPN Supervisors  \nSubject: Prospective Student Inquiry – Follow Up Dear Dr. [ADVISOR SURNAME],  \nI know that you are very busy, but I was wondering if you have been able to consider the previous email inquiring about potential positions for [PhD or MSc] students in your lab for the [FALL or WINTER][YEAR] cycle. Are you planning to take students for this cycle, and would you be willing to accept someone with my interests and research background into your lab? I would very much appreciate the chance to discuss graduate school with you at your earliest convenience.  \nSincerely,  \n[STUDENT NAME]","cbCaitapsKgtHJQl","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaitapsKgtHJQl","pdf",181648,"English","# Supervisor Letter Checklist\n## Introduce yourself and application details\n## Describe research experience and lab fit\n## Provide publications and career goal\n## Attach CV and transcript; follow up\n# Sample Letter to Potential IPN Supervisors\n## Subject line and greeting\n## Research fit and prior experience\n## Closing and attachment\n# Sample Follow-up Letter to Potential IPN Supervisors\n## Follow-up request and next steps\n## Closing","[{\"question\":\"What information should be included when introducing yourself to a potential IPN supervisor?\",\"answer\":\"Include your name, state the intended season (Fall/Winter) and year of your IPN application, and keep the letter clear, concise, and polite.\"},{\"question\":\"How should applicants describe their previous research experience?\",\"answer\":\"Provide a 2–3 sentence summary that covers who you worked for, the primary methods/techniques used, and tangible outcomes such as presentations, conferences, or publications.\"},{\"question\":\"When and how should applicants follow up after sending the initial email?\",\"answer\":\"Send a follow-up after 2–3 weeks, asking whether the supervisor can consider the prior inquiry and whether they plan to take students for the specified cycle.\"}]","Supervisor Letter Checklist - Sample Letter to Potential IPN Supervisors | PDF"]