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BIOME Blurbs
Dive into discussions on mentoring—including lab environments, best practices, personal experiences, and the latest literature!
Dive into discussions on mentoring—including lab environments, best practices, personal experiences, and the latest literature!
Conservation Chronicles
A blog series devoted to stories about conservation and animal behavior.
Conservation Chronicles is a blog series dedicated to demystifying the field of conservation and behavior. In this series, we share real stories from scientists that study animal behavior ex-situ and in-situ, insights into conservation and reflections on how it all mixes together!
Greenhouse
Explore our newest mini-series focusing on climate change, sustainability, and science!
To combat climate change and preserve the planet, we must listen to the science. Greenhouse, RockEDU's sustainability hub, is here to help! This mini-series offers eco-friendly tips, lifestyle lessons, and resources rooted in research.
Perspectives
Sharing stories from students and professionals about their relationship with science.
Reflecting on experiences within science is critical in creating meaningful progress and authentically showcasing the relationships and experiences that exist in these spaces. Perspectives is all about sharing…you!
SSRP Icons
SSRP Icons highlight students’ real life experiences in RockEDU’s Summer Science Research Program including: why they chose the program, lessons learned and everything in between. Get to know our phenomenal students!
SSRP Icons highlight students’ real life experiences in RockEDU’s Summer Science Research Program including: why they chose the program, lessons learned and everything in between. Get to know our phenomenal students!
Meet the Mentors
Dive into the profiles of the Rockefeller and Tri-I community members who support our RockEDU Mentorship Ecosystem and inspire the next generation of scientists!
Parts per Millions
Science Spotlight
Scientists of New York
Meet the melting pot of NYC scientists through the ScioNY blog series.
Through our Scientists of New York (ScioNY) series we hope to change the stereotypical perceptions of what a scientist looks like and highlight the diversity of STEM professionals in NYC. Come meet our scientists and learn about their stories!
Series
March 20, 2020

RockEDU COVID-19 Q&A

As we all embark on the next few weeks filled with degrees of uncertainty, numerous news …
 March 16, 2020

Adi Berman

Outside of science, Adi enjoys engaging with her local Jewish community (through synagogue, shabbat meals and events), spending time with her son and participating in sports and day-trip adventures!
 March 9, 2020

Stephanie Rogers

When Stephanie isn't in the lab or producing outreach shows, she can be found practicing target archery.
 March 2, 2020

Valerie Were

Outside of science, Valerie loves to read, spend time outdoors (especially around water), and travel! She is currently working on traveling to all 50 states!
 February 24, 2020

Nina Gnadig

Outside of the lab, Nina participates in science outreach and teaching activities with BioBus. She also enjoys biking, yoga, running, seeing local shows and checking out new cuisine!
 February 20, 2020 | Kiara

Looking at CRISPR Through a Divided Lens

Each time I’m asked how my summer went, I flaunt my “nerdy” nature and start describing …
 February 10, 2020

Natalia Ketaren

Outside of science, Natalia gives back to her community by teaching ESL on weekends and cooking for women in recovery. She also enjoys being in nature and misses the forests + woodlands of Australia.
 February 3, 2020

Noah Guiberson

Outside of the lab, Noah co-runs a podcast with fellow graduate students called "Facts Machine" and makes science board games to explain his research.
 February 3, 2020

Emily Costa

Emily likes to read books/watch movies, participate in science storytelling (via: her trivia podcast, live performances at Caveat, and producing short films), attend concerts + practice photography.
 January 27, 2020

Kristi Ashley Collom

Outside of science, Kristi enjoys painting, baking, biking, dancing + fostering kittens! She also likes to read scientific articles, volunteer for AMCS + search satellite images of whales + dolphins!
 January 23, 2020 | Audrey Goldfarb

Sustainability at the Individual Level

One study estimated that worldwide in 2014, bioscience labs produced 5.5 million tons of plastic waste. …
 January 13, 2020

Rachel Leicher

Outside of science, Rachel enjoys going to musicals and concerts, and exploring diverse cuisines. She also loves dancing, spending time outdoors, and participating in sports such as swimming & skiing!
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