Michael Wilhide

Exploring New Directions: Five Careers Outside the Lab

Choosing a new path outside the lab can feel uncertain, but it is also a chance to grow and bring your passion for science into new areas. Your skills and experience matter, and there are many rewarding careers waiting for you. Take time to explore and reflect on what truly interests you. Talking to people in different fields through informational interviews can give you a real sense of what those jobs are like and help you build a network of contacts. Your next chapter is out there, ready for you to write.

Building Your Career Map: Resources for Life After the Bench

This article is the first of a two-part article series that focuses on tools and strategies for scientists who are planning a career transition. What if you enjoy science and are starting to feel like the lab bench is no longer where you see yourself in the long run? Whether you are just starting out, mid-career, or have spent years in academia or industry, it is normal to ask, “What else can I do with my background?” If that question has been on your mind lately, you are not alone, and this article is here to help you explore what might come next.

Behind every vaccine is a career that saved millions of lives

If you’re curious about viruses, developing new vaccines, or helping improve public health, this article can help you figure out whether this path is right for you or if another related field might be a better fit.

From viruses to vaccines: Understanding the science, history and controversy

Viruses: Structure, Replication, and Evolution  Viruses are composed of small pieces of genetic information, either DNA or RNA, enclosed in a protective shell known as the capsid. Some viruses also possess an additional lipid envelope, while those without an envelope are referred to as naked viruses. These viruses require a host to reproduce, and they […]