Dream big
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Several scientists who have found success in the aerospace, museum and entertainment fields are featured who offer tips for those seeking their own dream job. Some of these include Kathy Sullivan, astronaut and science adviser at a museum, Dan Spitzley, computer scientist and video-game programmer and Mary Ann Colley, entomologist and acting curator at an insect zoo.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2006
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Grizzlies, dodos and Gore put science on film
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Al Gore, the former US vice-president stars in a documentary that features his presentations on climate change. Science-related documentaries like 'Grizzly man' and 'Flock of Dodos' are expected to arouse interest among the public, the lack of which is due to the scientists' inability to communicate the issues.
Publication Name: Nature
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0028-0836
Year: 2006
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