How can a scientist make the biggest impact with their work?

The traditional place to find a scientist at work is in a university lab performing fundamental science research.

But most scientists actually work in industry, solving problems and helping develop products and services.

The private sector is where science realizes its fullest potential. Academic research is critical to our understanding of the universe we inhabit, but technology commercialization is where scientific discoveries are turned into practical solutions that make our lives better.

This collection of stories details the benefits and challenges of all three career paths and provides powerful career examples for scientists who are searching for their own way to make a unique and valuable impact on the world.

If you became a scientist because you wanted to make a difference, this book will show you how it’s done!