Author Archives: biochembelle

Alphabet Soup: Abbreviations and acronyms in scientific communication

Posted on May 14, 2011 by biochembelle

Acronyms and abbreviations abound in scientific communications. With the lengthy and at times complicated names scientists give to molecules and methods, it is no surprise that we need to shorten these into something that doesn’t take up half a line … Continue reading →

Posted in communication, presentations, publishing, writing | 8 Comments

Call for posts: Inspiring women in STEM

Posted on April 18, 2011 by biochembelle

Inspiration is a necessary element to any satisfying career. But where do we find it? Is it in those who have come before us? The encouragement and confidence others give? The goals and dreams we have set for the future? … Continue reading →

Posted in call for posts, Scientiae carnival, women in STEM | 1 Comment

Of public transit and science communication

Posted on April 16, 2011 by biochembelle

I haven’t owned a car for almost 6 months, so I’m now completely dependent on public transportation. It’s a weird thing, coming from a place where most areas are so spread out and public transportation so barebones that it’s nigh … Continue reading →

Posted in communication, presentations, random | 6 Comments

How much is too much?

Posted on March 23, 2011 by biochembelle

Whilst I wait for my afternoon coffee to load up those proposal writing brain cells with focus and energy, allow me to pose a scenario and question on lab etiquette. Miser. Penny-pincher. Scrooge. Captain Frugal. Cheap bastard. Whatever we call them, it’s easier … Continue reading →

Posted in collaboration, interlab relations | 7 Comments

My personal manifesto

Posted on March 10, 2011 by biochembelle

Ever wished you could a message to yourself in the past? I wrote a letter to a 13-year old biochembelle for the Science Club for Girls Letter to My Younger Self project. It’s meant to be for a kid that … Continue reading →

Posted in attitudes, motivation | 8 Comments