The Scientist is excited to announce the establishment of The Scientist Social Club. In these trying times, escaping into the pages of a good book, a beautifully crafted film, or other works of art has become more important than ever. And convening to discuss these cultural elements reminds us that we are all in this together. We hope to connect with readers and with the life science community on a regular basis, using books, movies, music, and more as touchstones and conversation starters.
Our first activity is a book club, centered on Sinclair Lewis’s 1925 novel Arrowsmith, which follows the career of physician/researcher Martin Arrowsmith as he navigates the realities of the medical profession and a disease outbreak, and discuss it as we go.
Those of you interested in participating in the book club can join The Scientist Social Club Facebook Group, where we’ll be posting questions, engaging in conversations, ...