Science is one of the most fascinating things you can learn in this world! Being part of the discovery process is tremendously rewarding (at last... keep reading!). In contrast to "scientific news," the media generally has less interest in the daily life of a scientist. Under the excitement of cool scientific discoveries, from glorified Nobel-winning medals to self-gratifying hardcopy Ph.D. theses, there is a great (almost unthinkable) deal of failure and frustration. The daily research process is not a sprint accompanied by a light breeze, but rather a long marathon battling consistent physical and mental challenges. The elite runner enjoys the process of running (with pain, frustration, self-doubt, and "euphoria" at times), not the idea of winning a gold medal. It is easy to sign up for a marathon. Yet, it is hard to keep enjoying every single moment. Finishing a research project is the ultimate test of our mettle! Are you ready yet?
