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Female chemical engineer develops clean energy storage solutions. Photo by ThisIsEngineering

OPINION: Scientists are undervalued and overlooked

Hannah Horowitz, Staff Writer October 25, 2020
Scientists have become more visible to the public eye due to ongoing crises such as COVID-19 and climate change. Despite their expertise, the field is overlooked by the public and often ignored. Scientists dedicate their entire lives to their chosen field of study, enduring many years of difficult coursework, extensive research, and training. It is easy to forget the impact that science has on our daily routines, and the pandemic has helped re-emphasize the dangers we would face in a world lacking science.   
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