The news often reports the research, but what about the researchers? Student scientists working during the pandemic discuss their new normal.
A Day in the Life

The Value of Weekly Seminars
Posted by Kristin Brig | A Day in the LifeDespite their divided administrations, the Johns Hopkins history of medicine and history of science and technology departments intersect weekly in their colloquium series, enabling a cross-campus fertilization of the school of medicine and the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences.
Jun 1, 2020

Quarantine Reading Recommendations
Posted by Kristin Brig | A Day in the LifeTired of watching TV but don’t know what to read? Graduate students at the Johns Hopkins Department of the History of Medicine recommend some great titles on the history of public health and infectious disease to get your reading list started.
May 21, 2020

Role Reversal: Getting Tested for COVID-19
Posted by biomedicalodyssey | A Day in the LifeA school of medicine student discusses her COVID-19 test and what it feels like to be on the other end of the doctor-patient relationship.
May 19, 2020

A Beginner’s Guide to Scientific Social Media
Posted by biomedicalodyssey | A Day in the LifeWhy should you use Twitter for science? Ph.D. candidate Stephanie Yang shares some tips.
May 14, 2020

Queer Visibility in Medical Education
Posted by Caitlin McFarland | A Day in the LifeA medical trainee shares their perspective on promoting acceptance and inclusion in the clinical workplace and classroom.
May 7, 2020

Isolation Baking: A Guide for Stress Bakers
Posted by Veronica Busa | A Day in the LifeI am an anxiety baker. Needless to say, isolation in a tiny house with two cats and an unremitting to-do list is an endless well of anxiety. Over the last month, my kitchen has produced banana bread, dumplings, scones, biscuits, cinnamon rolls, calzones, quiche, multiple pies and an endless parade of cookies (links for the […]
Apr 29, 2020

Every Challenge Is an Opportunity
Posted by Roshan Chikarmane | A Day in the LifeChallenges are inevitable, particularly for those working in STEM fields. Ph.D. candidate Roshan Chikarmane shares a story that demonstrates how to recognize strategic inflection points and emerge more resilient than before.
Apr 21, 2020

Making Cents Out of My Stipend
Posted by Taylor Evans | A Day in the LifeApril is Financial Literacy Month! Contrary to popular belief, there is no income requirement to set financial goals. Graduate student Taylor Evans shares two ways she has improved her financial literacy to reach her financial goals with her stipend.
Apr 9, 2020

Mindful Moments in Medical School
Posted by Howard Chang | A Day in the LifeThe experience of medical school can be intense and overwhelming for many students. Here, a medical student shares how he takes mindful moments to help him through stressful situations.
Mar 24, 2020