Today while driving home from lab, I came across a podcast that made my drive home very enjoyable. Not only was it enjoyable, but it was also informative and inspiring.
On the podcast, they were interviewing Dr. Marilyn Glassberg.
She spoke about the research her and
her team did when the Covid-19 virus started. She mentioned the research some
students had done was purely literary reviews, just like my current research. I
had always thought meaningful research was the kind that involves a lab, so
doing this research by researching literary reviews has not been as motivating
as I hoped it would be. But, hearing about these students making a difference
with their literary reviews has inspired me deeply. I am seeing my project with
brand new eyes and enthusiasm.
So, for a little talk about my research this week.. here’s
a little bit of food for thought: Apocynum
Cannabinum, also known as ‘Dogbane’. Was used by natives in the Americas
not only for its strong fibers to make ropes and baskets. But, it was also used
for all kinds of ailments such as: headaches and cardiac issues. The root is
able to be made into a mixture that helps hair grow and gets rid of dandruff.
Until next time,
Wendy
If you would like to listen to the podcast previously mentioned,
go to:
https://phoenixmed.arizona.edu/podcasts
, Episode 17 – Crisis Leadership: Innovating
Treatment Protocols to Battle COVID-19
References:
Stevens, Michelle.
(2000, December). Plant Guide
Plant Materials
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