PhD vs PhD.

Both "phd" and "phd." are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Phd" without a period is commonly used as an abbreviation for Doctor of Philosophy in informal contexts, while "Phd." with a period is more formal and is often used in academic or professional writing.

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PhD

This is correct in informal contexts as an abbreviation for Doctor of Philosophy.

This abbreviation is commonly used in informal writing or casual conversations to refer to someone who holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree.

Examples:

She just completed her Phd in Economics.
He is a Phd candidate at the university.

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Just got her PhD in biochemistry.
You had me examining PhD candidates that week.
Guy's got a PhD in laziness.
I have a PhD in holistic obstetrics.
I doubt it requires a PhD in organic chemistry.
PhD in organic chemistry from the Free University of Berlin.
I have a PhD in linguistics.
My dad had a PhD in toxicology.
I have a PhD from the Sorbonne.
Schmidt told me he had a PhD in Nickology.
I'm hoping to do a PhD eventually.
I have 80% of a PhD.
He finished his first PhD at 19.
PhD in Biochemistry, graduated in 2004.
Guess your PhD isn't in sports.
I hear you've got a PhD.
A research trip would give his PhD a tremendous extra dimension.
She got a PhD. in neuroscience or something.
He's working on his PhD in Thermo.
No, it's a biology PhD.

Alternatives:

Doctor of Philosophy
Doctorate

PhD.

This is correct in formal contexts, especially in academic or professional writing.

This abbreviation with a period is more formal and is often used in academic papers, resumes, or official documents.

Examples:

The author of the study has a Phd.
Please submit your Phd. thesis by the deadline.

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A Doctor of Philosophy degree (PhD or Ph.D. or DPhil) or a Doctorate of Philosophy, from the Latin Doctor Philosophiae, is a type of doctorate awarded by ...
Dec 23, 2015 ... **footnote: Watch an excerpt from the new PHD Movie 2. To watch the whole movie, go to: phdmovie.com! WHAT'S NEW. 11/23/2015 ...
Noun, 1. PhD - a doctorate usually based on at least 3 years graduate study and a dissertation PhD - a doctorate usually based on at least 3 years graduate ...
Notes On The PhD Degree. Last week at the department colloquium coffee hour, several students engaged the faculty in a discussion about our Ph.D. program.

Alternatives:

Doctor of Philosophy
Doctorate

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