Chapter 8 of the book Rigor Mortis is titled, “A Broken Culture.” Nothing more adequately sums up the message of this book than this title, as the issue behind the stiffness in biomedicine is entirely due to researcher’s job structure and requirements. What has become of the culture of biomedical research is slowing down progress and... Continue Reading →
Cell Lines are Cell Lies- Anne K.
In the book Rigor Mortis, by Richard Harris, the reader learns the reality of modern science: often its credibility is questionable, as universally, the biggest variable of experiments is the quality of which they are handled by researchers. And it is becoming more and more evident that the work they are doing should be called... Continue Reading →
Researcher’s Lack of Rigor is Putting the Rigor Mortis in Biomedicine -Anne K.
After reading only one chapter of this book I am thoroughly shocked by the statistics that Richard Harris brought to light. Science has always seemed like one of the few things in the world that we can trust, because the information presented is backed up by the most brilliant and credited minds in the world.... Continue Reading →
Expanding My Mind: Anne K.’s Love of Learning
Hi! My name is Anne K. This past year in BioMed has been one of the most incredible experiences of my young life. I always felt like a smart girl, but then 9th grade BioMed began. My eyes were opened to how much I didn't know and how much I still have to learn. Even... Continue Reading →