Upgrade by Blake Crouch is a gripping sci-fi novel that delves into the powerful potential of gene editing. This is a must-read for fans of thought-provoking thrillers and anyone curious about the possible future(s) of technologies.

Looking for inspiration about leadership and the most fragile ecosystem on Earth? Take a look at my Antarctica-inspired book recommendations!

Looking for your next delicious read? I recommend you pick up a copy of The Food Explorer: The True Adventures of the Globe-Trotting Botanist Who Transformed What America Eats, by Daniel Stone. This book focuses on David Fairchild and his fellow “food explorers” who laid the foundation for modern agriculture. For page after page, I was truly astonished at their adventures

What healthy habits are you creating today? Better sleep hygiene can make a profound difference across the board, from your mood to your ability to learn—likely even to your longevity! If you’re working towards improving the quality of your sleep (and increasing your healthspan and lifespan), I recommend picking up a copy of the book, Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Dr. Matthew Walker. I learned a lot … and I’m a biologist!

Looking for a book that will expand your knowledge on the world of science? Headstrong by Rachel Swaby is a collection of 52 short and punchy chapters about women who transformed medicine, biology, physics, math, and technology. I was inspired, over and over, by how many of these women paid forward their hard work to support later generations of women in STEMM.