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Episode 33: Carl Zimmer, Science Writer
Dec 6, 2023
Carl Zimmer, science writer and author of 14 books, discusses the challenges of covering diverse scientific topics, the process of becoming a science writer, exploring the concept of chi and the search for what it means to be alive, the impact of the pandemic, using Scrivener and Bookends for organizing research and writing books, and the influence of literature on science
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- Science writing allows for exploration of diverse topics while uncovering the underlying principles that connect them.
- Defining life remains a challenge for scientists, with the lack of a comprehensive theory hindering consensus.
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Covering a Range of Scientific Topics
Being a science writer allows Carl Zimmer to explore various scientific subjects, from chimpanzees to pandemics. While biology may seem diverse, Zimmer highlights the underlying principles that connect different scientific topics, such as the processes that drive the evolution of new diseases and new human capabilities.
