A scientist

A scientist

A scientist does not always wear lab coat,

khaki fieldwork clothes, nor space suit.

A scientist does not always speaks eloquently,

often have difficulties putting their thoughts into words .

A scientist stands in the shoulders of giants,

but often feels the weight of many in their own shoulders.

A scientist contributes to world knowledge,

but often suffers from imposter syndrome.

A scientist does not always know everything,

often requires further investigation.

A scientist does not always understands politics,

but keeps on trying to change politicians minds.

Not all scientists have crazy hair,

despite might be a statistical significance related to that.

Not all scientist are complicated,

we are just used to look at details with extreme precision.

A scientist also has a life,

close relationships with family and friends.

A scientist is a human,

and like any other makes mistakes.

Figure sources:

Flick, L. (1990). Scientist in Residence Program Improving Children’s Image of Science and Scientists. School Science and Mathematics, 90(3), 204–214. doi:10.1111/j.1949-8594.1990.tb15536.x

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