Author Archives: Amanda

Journal Club

Posted on February 6, 2008 by Amanda

Well, yesterday was much better. But on to other things… Ah, yes. Journal Club. For people not in my department (I have no idea how prevalent these things are), they work like this: One student picks a paper not in … Continue reading →

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Amanda’s No Good Very Bad Day

Posted on February 5, 2008 by Amanda

Today is just one of those days. I felt ill almost all day, Undergrad’s experiment hit some major snags, Dixie Dog has some sort of intestinal issues, and Dr. Man’s promised Public U. contract for 2008-2009 has yet to arrive. … Continue reading →

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Blogrolling

Posted on February 3, 2008 by Amanda

I decided to add a “BlogRoll” to my blog. If you’re curious as to what blogs I read, check out the side panel. (But if I missed you, you want to be removed, or want me to add you, please … Continue reading →

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The Two Body Problem: Part 2 of ?

Posted on February 1, 2008 by Amanda

The past few days have been up and down. Dr. Man and I had a tiff over something really silly (who is driving this weekend), Advisor complained at me, Dr. Man and I made up (he’s driving down, today!), my … Continue reading →

Posted in LDR, whining | 4 Comments

A Series of Vignettes

Posted on January 30, 2008 by Amanda

I am a scientist (I think I can claim that even as a grad student, right?). I am a lady scientist. You see, I grew up in, what I affectionately refer to as, The Sticks. This particular region of The … Continue reading →

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Pacing

Posted on January 29, 2008 by Amanda

I’ve talked in the past about my rather chaotic work patterns. So, during this two week stint of constant working, I decided to try to pace myself. This means that instead of working 8-10 hour days for the entire two … Continue reading →

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Coffee and Ethidium Bromide

Posted on January 25, 2008 by Amanda

I have the beginnings to a few posts, but nothing that is really finished. And by finished, I mean coherent. So, instead you get the first edition of “Coffee and Ethidium Bromide.” First with the good stuff. I’d like to … Continue reading →

Posted in Coffee and EtBr | 7 Comments

A Meme from the Canine Contingent

Posted on January 23, 2008 by Amanda

I saw this meme over at the Wayfarer Scientista’s and decided to do this meme in lieu of a regular post. Enjoy! Here are 5 random facts from the Dixie Dog: 1. I am a very food-orientated dog. I will … Continue reading →

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The ties that bind

Posted on January 22, 2008 by Amanda

I’m trying to figure out how I feel/what to do about a situation. So, I’m using this space as a way to try to figure it out. What I’m trying to say is that I apologize in advance if this … Continue reading →

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Privilege Meme

Posted on January 22, 2008 by Amanda

A number of people have done this meme. So, I thought I’d give it a whirl. It’s brought to you by: This is based on “From What Privileges Do You Have?,” an exercise about class and privilege developed by Will … Continue reading →

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