# A detailed information collection guide comparing the impact of scientists' educational background and career choices ## Educational background information 1. **Basic education stage** -Types of schools attended in primary and middle schools (public/private/boarding, etc.) - School education philosophy and characteristic curriculum -Key enlightenment teachers and their influence -Early academic interest and expertise 2. **Higher education** -Selection of undergraduate/master's/doctoral institutions and majors -Tutor information and its research direction - Research topics and thesis topics -Academic awards and honors received -Participated in important scientific research projects and internship experience 3. **Extended education** -Refresher courses and training programs - Visiting scholar experience -The situation of interdisciplinary learning ## Career development trajectory 1. **Career starting point** -The nature and method of obtaining the first job -Motivation for early career choices 2. **Career turning point** -Key career decision-making moments and selection basis -Reasons for major changes in career direction ## Analysis of influencing factors 1. **Family background** -Family socio-economic status -Parents' occupation and education level -Family attitude towards science and education 2. **Socio-historical factors** -The development status of science and technology in the era -Science policy and research funding environment -The impact of major events such as war and economic crisis 3. **Personal factors** -The relationship between personality traits and scientific research style -The relationship between major life events and career choices -Consistency of personal values and research direction Through the systematic collection and analysis of the above information, the correlation between the educational background of the two scientists and their career choices can be comprehensively compared, and the similarities and differences of their success paths can be revealed.