How To Write A Good Academic Biography. Do not divulge too much personal information. Add a hobby, a pet’s name, the city you live in—whatever you are.

Remember that although you’re writing about yourself, you’re helping others to understand your academic credentials when they’re introducing you for a talk or assessing your grant. Biographies are often requested when you submit to a conference or journal, or for posting on department or personal websites. Do not pack it with all of the information in your cv.