The Life and Times of a Principled Scientist
In a world that amounts to a maelstrom of stimuli and a cacophony of interacting processes, it is of great importance that one develops systems… Read More »The Life and Times of a Principled Scientist
Science Has New Advocates on Capitol Hill in Wake of Midterm Elections
In the wake of midterm elections, nine new STEM professionals will take seats in the U.S. Congress, eight in the House and one in the… Read More »Science Has New Advocates on Capitol Hill in Wake of Midterm Elections
When Doing Science Isn’t Enough: Critical Issues in Science Policy
I used to feel like doing science was my way of putting good into the world. I would work on problems related to human health… Read More »When Doing Science Isn’t Enough: Critical Issues in Science Policy
Thinking Outside the Brain
Genetics began in the garden — Mendel’s pea experiments revolutionized and developed the field and principles we know and study today. Similarly, my scientific journey… Read More »Thinking Outside the Brain
The Interplay of Hormones and Infectious Diseases: How Our Sex Can Impact Our Risk of Getting the Flu
With the long days of summer well behind us, and crunchy leaves and cool temperatures beckoning us forward, we all have to prepare for winter… Read More »The Interplay of Hormones and Infectious Diseases: How Our Sex Can Impact Our Risk of Getting the Flu
Speaking From Experience: Advice For Residents and Fellows
Biomedical Odyssey bloggers past and present share their experiences and offer advice to prospective residents and fellows. Here are a few of our favorites: Applying… Read More »Speaking From Experience: Advice For Residents and Fellows
Tips on How to Choose the Right Laboratory
For a graduate student or postdoc, choosing the right laboratory can be a daunting prospect. There are many factors that one must consider, but deciding… Read More »Tips on How to Choose the Right Laboratory
Uncovering a Food Preference Signal in an Overlooked Brain Region
This October marks the publication of my first lead author scientific article, the culmination of my thesis work thus far. Simply put, I found a… Read More »Uncovering a Food Preference Signal in an Overlooked Brain Region
Hope for Treating Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Think back to when you were a kindergarten-age kid. Your teachers seemed like giants, and you likely had limitless energy to run around, jump, and… Read More »Hope for Treating Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Learning Through Apprenticeship: A Continued Pillar of Medical Education
“See one, do one, teach one,” is the traditional adage by which physicians learn their trade. This apprenticeship model in medicine is often credited to… Read More »Learning Through Apprenticeship: A Continued Pillar of Medical Education