I am not implying that this is a new idea and I don't believe the author did either. If you read the full article, the context is clear.
The author is re-emphasizing the importance of thesis defense old school style and highlighting that being familiar with one's own material rigorously should still be a requirement.
Everything that leads up to the thesis defense perhaps changes signficantly.
The author is re-emphasizing the importance of thesis defense old school style and highlighting that being familiar with one's own material rigorously should still be a requirement.
Everything that leads up to the thesis defense perhaps changes signficantly.