Top Five Science Magazines Every Scientista Should Read
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#3. Scientific American
What’s inside?
Winner of the 2011 National Magazine Award for General Excellence, Scientific American is wonderful for the most recent news on great scientific discoveries. Where can I find it? Updated daily online, it is the best place to find out about the newest research and different takes on such discoveries. The online version contains an entire “Blog” tab so that once you find out about an interesting topic, you can find out how others have received the research. The website is scientificamerican.com. When should I read it? Headed to office hours this week? This magazine has the kind of scientific information that would impress any faculty member. Skim through and read before class or meetings. Try reading through articles that are relevant to what you’re learning – it might help start an interesting conversation with a professor. #4. The Smithsonian
What’s inside?
The Smithsonian is wonderful in the great breath of information and research that it presents, from science and nature to arts and culture. The Smithsonian does not focus on just scientific research, but rather expands on all varieties of research, from literature to paintings. Where can I find it? Updated online with new stories daily, The Smithsonian has a little something for everyone. That being said, it is quite a bit of information and not something easily browsed through. If you are just skimming through, I recommend looking at the “Most Popular” section. Online it can be viewed and subscribed to at smithsonianmag.com. When should I read it? The Smithsonian is great for looking into research in both sciences and other areas of studies. Going to meet with a professor from a non-science class? Trying to find a research topic of a class that doesn’t have to do with lab results? Look at The Smithsonian for some interesting topics of conversation and research ideas. It is also wonderful for simply edification outside of the sciences. #5. Popular Science
What’s inside?
Like its name suggests, Popular Science has been devoted to spreading the joy of science to the masses since 1872. It is a little male-centric, with main categories like Gadgets, Cars, Technology, and DIY. However, beyond the tough exterior is a wealth of intriguing information on new, cutting edge research, like the potential for gene-based treatment for skin cancer to be in skin creams within five years (new article!). This is a good magazine for those especially interested in technology, from space to data hacking. There is even a DIY on a remote controlled hacker drone (although it does cost over $6,000 to make). Where can I find it? Popular Science can be found as both a magazine and online. If the masculine online façade is off putting to you, a subscription might be worth the cost of buying the magazine. When viewing it online, I would suggest starting by looking through their featured articles on the front page and allowing yourself to follow the rabbit hole of articles that will follow after. Online it can be viewed and subscribed to at popsci.com. When should I read it? Do you want to be able to strike up a conversation about a new technological advancement with your friend who is a computer science concentrator? This is a good place to start. Although not necessarily the magazine to read to earn brownie points with a professor, Popular Science is still interesting and informative. These magazines are great starting points for looking at interesting research and exploring possible interests. However, they are just portals to the world that science can open up, so feel free to look beyond the magazine articles and to the original publications. Grab a cup of tea, a great science journal and enjoy! Page 1 | Page 2 Comments?
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