Book · 2016 · Biology
Lab Girl
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So and this is i mean the reason i put it sort of in this separate section because this is a book that i reasonably recent uh uh recently listened to so so it's an audio book and this is a book called lab girl by hope jaron.
The best things said about it
There's also at number nine a book called lab Girl by hope Jaren which is again um not an obvious pick for bestseller list.
Hope yarin the geobiologist who has written a lot about sexism in science... has a memoir... it's called lab girl.
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Why people recommend it
Lab Girl by Hope Jahren is a celebrated memoir by a geobiologist that chronicles her life in science, her deep fascination with the natural world, and her pioneering research on plants and trees. On The Book Review, host Pamela Paul introduced the author and reminded listeners of the memoir's title and acclaim, while Parl Seigel and Greg Coles discussed its surprising and well-deserved spot on the bestseller lists, highlighting the book's candid exploration of sexism in academic science and its unique perspective on research. On the Lex Fridman Podcast, Dmitry Korkin strongly recommended the audiobook version, praising it as an exceptional personal account that sheds light on the realities of academic science, geochemistry, and the dedication required in laboratory research. Across these episodes, the speakers emphasized the memoir's lyrical prose, emotional honesty, and ability to bridge the gap between rigorous scientific inquiry and deeply personal storytelling. The book resonated widely with listeners and hosts for its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its inspiring tribute to the perseverance required to build a meaningful career in scientific research.
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Pamela Paul you're welcome the book again is labir by hope jiren reviewed this week in the book review 2
“hope Jaren joins us now from Hawaii her new book is called labir”
“you're welcome the book again is labir by hope jiren reviewed this week in the book review”
Dmitry Korkin so and this is i mean the reason i put it sort of in this separate section because this is a book that i re… 1
“so and this is i mean the reason i put it sort of in this separate section because this is a book that i reasonably recent uh uh recently listened to so so it's an audio book and this is a book called lab girl by hope jaron”
Greg Cowles hope yarin the geobiologist who has written a lot about sexism in science... has a memoir... it's called la… 1
“hope yarin the geobiologist who has written a lot about sexism in science... has a memoir... it's called lab girl”
Parul Sehgal there's also at number nine a book called lab Girl by hope Jaren which is again um not an obvious pick for… 1
“there's also at number nine a book called lab Girl by hope Jaren which is again um not an obvious pick for bestseller list”