Linda Landon
Linda A. Landon, Ph.D. is a research scientist turned freelance writer. She recognizes the importance of clearly communicating science to non-scientists. Non-scientists need to make informed decisions about science and to do that they need to understand science.
Research and science are avocations for Linda - both are a passion and a profession. She knew she wanted to be a researcher at age 8. She originally wanted to be a marine biologist, which was a difficult field to pursue when living on a farm in Iowa where most fields have only corn or soybeans. She finally settled on molecular pharmacology, using the tools of molecular biology to understand how drugs interact with the human body.
Linda also knows, to quote Mara Corday (Tarantula, 1959), that "Science is science but a girl has to have her hair done." In other words, there are too many things to enjoy in this world – family, literature, movies, pets - to spend all of your time on one subject, like science. Linda also writes about literature, movies, gardening, sewing, pets, and anything else that appeals to her.
Latest Articles
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How to Succeed in Graduate School
Graduate students who succeed are well-rounded individuals with effective communications and interpersonal skills who make informed choices about their graduate career.
Dec 22, 2008
- Linda Landon
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How to Choose a Good Graduate School Mentor
Selecting an effective mentor is the hardest task facing new college graduates who intend to pursue graduate education. The right questions can identify the best mentor.
Dec 22, 2008
- Linda Landon
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The Genetic Mutation that Causes Hairless Dogs
Scientists have discovered a gene mutation that causes hairlessness in dogs. The discovery may help cure a genetic disease in humans. Dogs may truly be man's best friend.
Dec 17, 2008
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Good Restaurants in Downtown Santa Fe, NM
A variety of restaurants await visitors to historic downtown Santa Fe. Establishments range from fine dining to casual, relaxed cafés and fit any budget or lifestyle.
Dec 16, 2008
- Linda Landon
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Street Vendors of Unique Jewelry in Santa Fe, NM
High quality one-of-kind earrings, pendants, bracelets and other jewelry are sold directly by the artisans near the city square in old downtown Santa Fe.
Dec 15, 2008
- Linda Landon
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Visit La Posada Resort in Historic Santa Fe, NM
La Posada Resort has an onsite fitness center and spa. Guests can walk to restaurants, shops, and Native American street vendors. Golf, hiking and skiing are nearby.
Nov 18, 2008
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The Facts: Human Papilloma Virus
There are many different Human Papilloma Viruses (HPV). One type, "mucosal" HPV, causes a dangerous sexually transmitted disease that can lead to cervical cancer in women
Oct 19, 2008
- Linda Landon
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HPV, Cervical Cancer & HPV Vaccine
Persistent infection by one of the 40 "high-risk" Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) types causes cervical cancer in women. Vaccination prevents high-risk HPV infection.
Oct 13, 2008
- Linda Landon
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Medical Statistics for Everyone
This amazing book helps everyone to become better medical consumers by explaining medical and epidemiological biostatistics. You don't have to be mathematician.
Sep 23, 2008
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