List of Self-Aggregated Resources
A quasi-miscellaneous, but super resourceful growing list of web pages that I hold in my repertoire of go-to links to absorb some real life information, knowledge, and inspiration. Resource links are organized by the following themes:
Science, Society and Soul
Atlas of Emotion, a collaborative effort between psychologist Dr. Paul Ekman and the Dalai Lama
Cultivating Emotional Awareness, a teacher and training network supporting discovery of emotional states
DeepArt, turns all your photos into original artwork using a neural network algorithm
Educational Lesson Plans, resources for students provided by the Dana Foundation
EyeSwoon, a cooking and lifestyle enthusiast, Athena Calderone shares her recipe and design tips with all (fun fact: her husband is also one of my favorite NYC DJs)
H3Africa, Human Heredity and Health in Africa Initiative supports the study of genomics and environmental factors associated with common diseases
Molecular Psychology: Ethics, Science and Society, a gateway featuring articles that take a broader perspective on psychology
Nutrition Facts because we may not all have a nutritionist or registered dietitian in our lives
PRIME-RE, a data and information sharing resource for non-human primate neuroscience
Women in Olfactory Science, aims to create a network of women working in chemosensory science, to foster scientific collaborations, advance career perspectives, promote equal opportunities and inspire the future generations of researchers
World Women in Neuroscience aims to improve career development, mentoring and networking opportunities for female neuroscientists around the world, with special attention to women in disadvantaged regions
Science Communication
Americans for Medical Progress, a team of experts that develop and offer facts-based public education programs that clearly demonstrate the irreplaceable role of animal studies
Come See Our World, factual images and data about the animals involved in research
Curious Science Writers, a program for high schoolers which educates the next generation about the biomedical research process
Foundation for Biomedical Research, nonprofit dedicated to improving human and animal health by promoting public understanding and support for biomedical research
Offspring Group, a group of Max Planck doctoral students that, in their spare time, write articles and generate content that would be relatable to any other graduate student
Pro-Test Deutschland, a grassroots non-profit organization (NPO) aimed at educating the public and research sectors about animal experimentation in science
Scientific American, a site not only for Americans but anyone interested in a credible read across genres
Speaking of Research, where science communication meets animal research, articles from an independent committee
United States Animal Research Openness Initiative (USARO), without public understanding and support for animal research, fundamental basic science discoveries and critical medical needs will go unmet.
Virtual Lab Tours, a wonderful opportunity to get an insider peak into a research laboratory
Podcasts
Athena Calderone's More than one thing
Charles River’s Vital Science
Dan Carlin’s Hardcore History
Ginger Campbell’s Brain Science
Jack Kornfield’s Heart Wisdom, a Buddhist practitioner known for supporting mindfulness practice in the West
Max Planck Florida's Neurotansmissions Podcast
Mind & Life Institute’s Mind & Life
Offspring Magazine - The Podcast (Max Planck PhDnet)
Sam Harris’ Making Sense
Gems of Germany
CaCTüs Program, a new summer internship program promoting diversity in state-of-the-art neuroscience research; ideal for students interested in computation and cognition
Deutsch-Amerikanische Institute (d.a.i.), established after the Second World War in a move to solidify US-German relations, the d.a.i. promotes cultural awareness and communications between the two nations
Max Planck PhD Net’s Offspring, a PhD student run and curated website of timely feature pieces representing different ongoing events and topics in science
NeNa, a neuroscience conference for graduated students organized by graduate students
Neuromag, a junior magazine supported by the Graduate Training Centre of Neuroscience in Tübingen