What is a scientist?
Gender-science stereotypes have started to change as more women enter scientific and technical careers, but
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Why am I a scientist?
If you ask scientists why they conduct research, they often give the grandest of reasons: curing diseases, ending world hunger, or ending our dependence on fossil fuels. I found out you can be in science with a relatively smaller goal, and that that’s okay.
The dilemma young scientists face: Should I work without getting paid?
Only 7-15% of PhD candidates finish their doctorates on time, and, after that, many of them work unpaid to complete their degrees. Why is this the case, is it acceptable, and how can the situation be improved?
How do you measure the worth of a scientist?
If evaluated by today’s system, many of the greatest scientists of all time wouldn’t make the cut. So what’s wrong with how we’re assessing scientists?
Why I teach as a scientist
Last week I was standing in front of a full classroom, teaching as a scientific
Maybe don’t keep your mobile phone in your pocket
Scientists don’t agree on whether cell phone radiation is safe for our health. If you’re concerned, here’s how to reduce your exposure to this type of radiation when using your phone.?
How do you grow a green mindset?
A greener future; we all seem to want it. But in practice it appears hard to realize. How can we make this easier for ourselves?
We need creativity for good science
Science doesn’t appear to be a very creative enterprise. After all, scientists appear to be
Bonding with a machine
Robots have become better in how they talk, walk and understand emotions. But do robots
The practical guide to keeping your New Year’s resolutions
Have you set some New Year’s resolutions but are unsure of how to follow through?