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8/22/2019 0 Comments The Center Cannot Hold by Elyn Saks Sheds Light on Schizophrenia and the Struggle of Treating Mental Health DisordersBy Natalya Ortolano I could almost hear the words ringing through my head as I quickly ducked into the back row of the auditorium for my first “Fundamentals of Neuroscience” class. “I’ll do a project on anything except neuroscience,” I had said to my thesis mentor before rotating in her lab. However, the ubiquitin ligase I had set out to characterize was indifferent to my opposition to studying the brain. Rather than being involved in cell cycle regulation as I had hypothesized (and secretly hoped), the protein seemed relevant to neurogenesis. Over time, I warmed up to the idea, but as my background was a mix of cell biology and microbiology, I had hoped to get a formal introduction to neuroscience by auditing the course where I now sat in the back row. Ultimately, this course not only helped me develop a stronger foundation in neuroscience, but also introduced me to a topic I had become increasingly exposed to through my own personal experiences during graduate school: mental health disorders. 
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By Sirine Taleb Graduate school is not an easy journey and can often take a toll on students' emotional health. Graduate students can spend upwards of 60 hours per week researching and publishing their work. Whether they are earning a Master's or a Doctorate (Ph.D.), many suffer emotionally during their years of study and concerns about their emotional health have been highlighted in several articles and studies. One such study found that graduate students are six times more likely to experience anxiety and depression than the general population. This same study also found that female graduate students are more likely to experience depression than their male counterparts. Additionally, the Graduate Assembly at UC Berkeley found that Ph.D. students in particular have low life satisfaction and almost 47% of Ph.D. candidates were depressed. From my personal experience as a graduate student, I believe that overall emotional health can be affected by one’s living, social and financial situations. Although several institutions have raised the alarm concerning the emotional health of graduate students, concrete solutions and actions have yet to be implemented.
By Poornima Peiris The annual scientista symposium was held at Harvard Medical School this past April with more than 600 scientistas in attendance. The symposium was a huge success with several new workshops, a novice and professional pitch competition and a Perricone MD scholarship added to the schedule. We managed to catch up with two scientistas in attendance to get their thoughts on this year’s symposium and hope to see you all next year as well.
4/12/2019 0 Comments Sister Survivors of Sexual Abuse at Michigan State University Tell Their Story Through Groundbreaking Museum ExhibitBy Olivia Spagnuolo
Walking across Michigan State University (MSU) campus in spring of 2018, students bore witness to 221 teal bows adorning trees and the bridge between the Hannah Administration Building and Wells Hall. Looking closer at each bow, one could notice a small ribbon bearing the name or case number of a sister survivor of the monstrous, decades-long sexual abuse perpetrated by Larry Nassar, a former trusted physician for MSU and USA Gymnastics. These bows withstood snow, sun, and rain, serving as a reminder of the suffering and resiliency of the survivors. Over the past year, this quiet gesture has grown into a ground-breaking, controversial, and powerful exhibit at the MSU Museum, entitled, “Finding Our Voice: Sister Survivors Speak.” The sister survivors are refusing to be silenced any longer, and the world is finally listening. By Robbin Koenig Each spring, Macy’s Herald Square in New York City, Macy’s State Street in Chicago, and Macy’s Union Square in San Francisco welcome the season with an extravagant flower show. The theme this year is called Journey to Paradisios, Operation: Inspiration.
3/20/2019 0 Comments Hobbyists are Better Scientists: Why You Should Start Growing Mushrooms and How to Do It
By Savvas Constantinou
The life of an academic, or anyone who associates themselves with science, is a busy one. Scientists are constantly researching background material, writing proposals for research, conducting research, analyzing data, writing up and presenting the data, and making meaningful conclusions… tasks which quickly spill outside the standard “40 hour week” schedule that has been adopted in most professional settings. Having the time to do anything outside of work can be challenging; however, there is mounting evidence that hobbies have a positive influence on researchers’ overall health and wellbeing (Rosen, 2018)
3/5/2019 0 Comments The "A" in STEAM at the Whitney Museum: Using Technology for Artistic ExpressionBy Robbin Koenig
Programmed: Rules, Codes, and Choreographies in Art, 1965-2018 is an exhibit of tech-inspired art at the Whitney Museum in New York City. Created through code, sets of instruction, and algorithms, the artwork is conceptual and computational. The pieces reflect the evolution of technology from the mid-20th century to the present day.
By Andi Packheiser
As the new year begins, we often reflect on our past year’s achievements and look for areas where we can practice self improvement. However, it’s near impossible for a New Year’s Resolution to be sustainable, much less possible, without a solid, attainable, and tailored Individual Development Plan. An Individual Development Plan (IDP) is described by the University of California San Diego as, “a tool to organize and target your professional and personal development. Its primary purpose is to help you reach short- and long-term career goals, as well as strengthen current job performance by providing a structured approach.” 1/11/2019 0 Comments STEM Gifts for Girls by Age
By Amy Massack
Are you still looking for a belated holiday gift? Or perhaps thinking ahead to the next holiday or birthday right around the corner? We’re here to help! Below are some fun ideas for STEM-related gifts for the girls (and guys) in your life. Links are below the gift descriptions; happy shopping! |
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