Category Archives: Science Commentary

A Jewish Christmas Eve

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Deb Leddon - Vegan Wanna-Be

What was I thinking? Another Christmas eve in Christian world with my Humanist (former Episcopalian) Spouse, 29 year old son, 4 + 2 furry kids and two keets (who never complain -mind you). I am preparing for the dinner tomorrow … Continue reading →

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Sequestration and Science in the U.S.

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Deb Leddon - Vegan Wanna-Be

As I mentioned in  my previous post, I’d get back and discuss my research. However, that is for another post as I relay the frustrations of many American scientists, particularly those of us dependent on US government funded grants.Sequestration is the … Continue reading →

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Posted on November 6, 2011 by Deb Leddon - Vegan Wanna-Be

A commentary on New York Times Education site article: Why Science Majors Change Their Minds The link below to the NY Times Education site explains why we have trouble obtaining and retaining hard science majors. There’s more likely a long long list … Continue reading →

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