Summer means sleeping in, beach trips, and relaxation. For me that means that I get to tackle my reading list! Here are 5 books to add to your reading list this summer!
Last Chance to See by Douglas Adams and Mark Carwardine
Explore the beautiful and diverse wildlife we get to see on Earth today through Adams’ and Carwardine’s eyes. They discuss the exorbitant amount of animals that become extinct every year and aim to increase awareness for the efforts we can implement to combat these numbers.
The Song of the Cell: An Exploration of Medicine and the New Human by Siddahartha Mukherjee
Meshing together story-like prose with scientific fact, Mukherjee guides readers through the thrilling adventure of cells from discovery to therapeutic applications. It’s way better than a textbook!
Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World by Rachel Ignotofsky
A fun book, especially for children, that stories 50 of the most prominent and impactful Women in science throughout history.
Viruses: A Very Short Introduction by Dorothy H. Crawford
A great introduction into the topic of viruses. With the pandemic feeling further and further out of our lives, we can’t forget the great impact that viruses have on the health of human kind.
A PhD is not Enough!: A Guide to Survival in Science by Peter J. Feibelman
While not the most fun read on this list, it is an important one for those of you pursuing a career in science. The scientific area route is vast and this book is a great introduction for soon-to-be graduates!
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