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Daily Digest Archive for July 17, 2003
Q: (Initially posted on July 11, 2003) FROM MENTEE
ASHLEY R. IN WA
I have an interest in having a career like the ones on the show
CSI. I
have always loved puzzles, and many of my friends and family
could "see
me" having that as my career. However, I don't have a strong
stomach,
and I have a sensitivity to smells. Could anybody offer me advice
on how
to get over those. Or maybe sub careers in the CSI field. Does
any body
know of web sites that would offer more information about CSI?
Maybe
colleges where you become a CSI? Any and all information would
be a
great help. Thank you! |
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July 17, 2003
A: FROM MENTOR ROSE CLARK
IN PA
Ashley,
One possible career option is to become a forensic chemist.
As a forensic chemist you get to analyze samples from the
crime seen without seeing all of the gory detail. You would
still have the opportunity of solving puzzles by trying to
figure out the data and testifying in court as to what you
have discovered from the evidence. I am a Ph.D. chemist and
I chose this career since I did not want to go to medical
school like my classmates. I would rather not see the gory
detail either. I love my job as a chemist and find it exciting
and challenging. You can find more information about schools
that offer forensics degrees at www.aafs.org
select the resources button at the top of the page and then
colleges and universities. They also have a young forensic
science forum. Good luck with your search.
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