Opinion and Editorials
A stay-at-home scientist’s strategy for synthesizing sustainable support structures
Woods-Robinson, R. (2020). A stay-at-home scientist’s strategy for synthesizing sustainable support structures. Chemistry of Materials. 32(12), 4856–4858. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.chemmater.0c02027
If the privileges of well-being, safety, and sufficient time permit, the COVID-19 crisis can provide the scientific community an opportunity to reexamine and strengthen our core values on three scales: personal, interpersonal, and societal.
A Swiss Science Soirée and the Fine Art of Frolicking with Failure
Woods-Robinson, R. (2020). A Swiss Science Soirée and the Fine Art of Frolicking with Failure. ThinkSwiss Research Scholarship Blog. https://thinkswiss.org/testimonials/
Embracing failure as a tool for growth is something that is not talked about enough in science. It is so important to experience letdowns in the lab, not only because they are realistic and happen to everybody, but because they provide an opportunity to zoom out, realign with your goals and priorities and, if necessary, revamp your approach and start fresh in a new direction. To practice adaptability, flexibility, and versatility.
Cycle for Science Netherlands Blog
Woods-Robinson, R. (2019) Cycle for Science Netherlands Blog. Cycle for Science webpage. http://cycleforscience.org/xnetherlands-blog
As she left the classroom beaming, we were instantly reminded why it's so important for us to share our passion for science with kids, and why we went on this trip. In just 45 minutes of our time we can instill a real image of who scientists are, provide a tangible example of what we do every day, and make the link that our career path is accessible to anybody who is curious and passionate about discovering new things. And that these discoveries can compound to be greater than the individual parts, and lead towards real sustainable societal change.