Work life in academia might sound like a dream: summers off, year-long sabbaticals, the opportunity to switch between classroom teaching and research. Yet, when it comes to the sciences, life at the top U.S. research universities is hardly idyllic. Based on surveys of over 2,000 junior and senior scientists, both male and female, as well as in-depth interviews, Failing Families, Failing Science examines how the rigors of a career in academic science makes it especially difficult to balance family and work. Ecklund and Lincoln paint a nuanced picture that illuminates how gender, individual choices, and university and science infrastructures all play a role in shaping science careers, and how science careers, in turn, shape family life. They argue that both men and women face difficulties, though differently, in managing career and family.  While women are hit harder by the pressures of elite academic science, the institution of science—and academic science, in particular—is not accommodating, possibly not even compatible, for either women or men who want to raise families. Perhaps most importantly, their research reveals that early career academic scientists struggle considerably with balancing their work and family lives. This struggle may prevent these young scientists from pursuing positions at top research universities—or further pursuing academic science at all— a circumstance that comes at great cost to our national science infrastructure. In an era when advanced scientific research and education is more important than ever, Failing Families, Failing Science presents a compelling inside look at the world of the university scientists who make it possible—and what universities and national science bodies can do to make a difference in their lives.

Product Description: Showcases the work and achievements of 12 of the worlds most influential scientists. Each spread contains fascinating facts about each scientist and how their accomplishments helped change the world.

Product Description: Learn about the great scientist Louis Pasteur as he made advances in microbiology. Youll read about his life, the science behind his studies, and the impact of his work on the world today.

FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Discover fun facts about the greatest scientists from history through Basher's fresh and unique illustration style. Did you know that Marie Curie used to keep radioactive materials in her pockets? Or that Mendeleyev literally dreamed up his famous periodic table? Superstars of Science tells the stories behind the big ideas in the fields of physics, chemistry, medicine, mathematics, cosmology, earth sciences, and engineering. Read about 40 great scientists including Newton and Einstein who produced theories that explained the way in which the Universe works, Crick and Watson who uncovered the structure of DNA, and Alexander Graham Bell who had the big idea that became the telephone. Each one of these greats of science has had some vital flash of insight that has changed the way we see the world and the way we live. Come meet the superstars of science!

Product Description: FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Regarded as the world's first geneticist, Gregor Mendel overcame poverty and obscurity to discover one of the fundamental aspects of genetic science: animals, plants, and people all inherit and pass down traits following the same rules.

Product Description: How can we organize and name all of the different animals and plants in the world? Many had tried before, but Carl Linnaeus came up with a system that we still use today. This Swedish scientist from over 300 years ago is known as the father of classification...read more

Product Description: This rich compendium examines revolutionary advances in mathematics, physics, science, chemistry, biology and medicine by revealing the lives of the people responsible for them. Just as each generation of new scientific pioneers stands upon the shoulders of the giants who came before them, these biographies build upon each other and tell a collective tale of the development of breakthroughs like the X-ray, radio waves, the Big Bang Theory, and evolution...read more

Product Description: Recounts the life and accomplishments of the ancient Greek philosopher and scientist, whose work laid the foundations for nearly all later developments in Western science.

Product Description: With the Common Core State Standards requiring that young adults read across an assortment of texts within the same genre or theme, these exciting biographical volumes engage readers in critical thinking about science concepts, the writing process, and placing the featured science writers' works in historical context...read more

Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, inventor, scientist, architect, and engineer.

Product Description: In full color with striking and informative illustrations and photographs, this is a beautiful and eye-catching book that will stand out on the shelf. Includes familiar names like Galileo Galielei and Albert Einstein, as well as lesser-known scientists such as Dmitri Mendeleyev and Linus Pauling...read more

Product Description: Book annotation not available for this title.Title: Eureka!Author: Lin, Yoming S.Publisher: Rosen Pub GroupPublication Date: 2011/08/15Number of Pages: 24Binding Type: LIBRARYLibrary of Congress:

Product Description: A selection of the Scientific American book clubRecommended by MSNBC, Los Angeles Times, & American Association for the Advancement of Science’s SB&F magazine“This wonderful scientific memoir captures the romance and beauty of research in precise poetic prose that is as gorgeous and evocative as anything written by Rilke, painted by Seurat, or played by Casals...read more

Product Description: This addition to the Sci-Hi series looks at scientists who have made major advances and affected the way we live. Scientists include bothmen and women, bothhistorical and modern, and froma range of cultures.Some are household names, and some deserve much greater recognition and credit than they currently receive...read more

Product Description: What clutter-busting need was behind the invention of the World Wide Web? Which stain-fighting chemical got its start when a lab assistant dropped a beaker on a lab floor? In S is for Scientists: A Discovery Alphabet, the origins behind some of the most important scientific discoveries are explored...read more

"DK Eyewitness Great Scientists" is an exciting and informative guide to the fascinating lives of the world's most famous thinkers, philosophers, inventors, innovators and pioneers. Stunning photographs offer a unique 'eyewitness' view of the ideas and innovations that have changed the way we live today. Your child will discover all about Benjamin Franklin's electrical charges, Albert Einstein's theory of relativity and the many others whose discoveries have shaped our world. Then use the giant pull-out wall chart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about Great Scientists. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at our associated website.

Product Description: These books present information about scientists in a biographical form, both individual and collective. Each book includes an interview with a modern day female scientist by Sally Ride Science. Sidebars in "Interview" include quotes, career info, questions to ponder, etc...read more