Much of twentieth century biological research has focused on a limited number of model organisms, such as Arabidopsis, C. elegans, mouse, Drosophila, and E. coli. But biology wasn’t always done this way.
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A report by Professor Bill Wakeham has assessed the status, funding, university provision, school education, careers and skill-supply of physics in Britain.
If you’re a busy researcher juggling many demands on your time then you need to read this book. It will give you: Strategies to be more effective in your work; Strategies to balance work and other parts of your life; Specific actions that will have a big impact on your work and life.