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Dear scientist, scientist-in-training, or future scientist,

This site serves as a hub of resources to guide you on your journey within science, technology, engineering, and math. Written by scientists for scientists, we have sought to gather the wisdom that has collected over the years.
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Advice to a Scientist is as a hub where the scientific community can share their perspective on topics that are central to the professional growth of scientists at all stages of their career—ranging from curious high school students at the beginning of their scientific journey to more seasoned science explorers. The site seeks to be inclusive and support the journey of anyone in science, technology, engineering and math.

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