Author Archives for Zoë Scott

Failed Invasions: Why losing is just as important as winning

We’ve been taught all our life to learn from our mistakes, so why haven’t we applied the same concept to scientific research?

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Scientist: A blessing and a curse

Recently, I was hiking on a trail near Los Angeles, enjoying the weekend and my days off from grad school. It was great to hear the crunch of leaves under my feet, feel the sun on my skin, and breathe in the substantially cleaner air of Topanga State Park. As a busy grad student, such […]

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Science Waste

How much are scientists contributing to the waste that our research shows is harming the environment?

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Save the Polar Bears!

My Ocean Conservancy Calendar reminds me that today is International Polar Bear day, so I’ve reflected on the polar bear’s rise to fame and the underlying issues it represents.

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Reflection and Giving Thanks.

It’s the time of year when we start to give thanks and reflect on what we’ve accomplished in the past year. Read on to learn a few things I’m thankful for in my second year of graduate school

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The World’s Biggest Cleanup: CCD 2015

21,310 pounds. 90+ countries. 9,500 people. Read on to find out how these numbers are helping the environment.

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Microbes in Paradise

A quick blurb about our week-long jaunt in Mo’orea, French Polynesia.

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Celebrating Jefferson: the man, the myth, the scientist.

Jefferson wore many hats (both literally and figuratively) during his presidency, read on to learn about his lesser-known side as a scientist.

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Molding Young Minds, One Poster at a Time

An excerpt on my experience as a middle school science fair judge.

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Resolutions: The Science Behind Their Failure and Success

The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry. Read on to learn about scientific reasons why resolutions often fail, and ways to make 2015 the year of resolution success.

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