Galen Wagner, M.D., Ph.D. (1939-2016) as international mentor of young investigators in electrocardiology

J Electrocardiol. 2017 Jan-Feb;50(1):21-46. doi: 10.1016/j.jelectrocard.2016.11.006. Epub 2016 Nov 11.

Abstract

This paper describes a substantial part of the international mentoring network of students and young investigators in electrocardiology that developed around Dr. Galen Wagner (1939-2016), including many experiences of his mentees and co-mentors. The paper is meant to stimulate thinking about international mentoring as a means to achieve important learning experiences and personal development of young investigators, to intensify international scientific cooperation, and to stimulate scientific production.

Keywords: International mentoring; Scientific cooperation and production; Young investigators.

Publication types

  • Biography
  • Historical Article
  • Review
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Biomedical Research / history*
  • Cardiology / history*
  • Electrocardiography / history*
  • Germany
  • History, 20th Century
  • History, 21st Century
  • International Cooperation / history*
  • Mentoring / history*

Personal name as subject

  • Galen Wagner