On behalf of many like-minded grad students….
1. Coffee
For
all those times (more often than not) when the feet feel leaden and there isn’t
one iota of motivation (not even last-minute panic!) to do an experiment or
analyze a data – coffee is the only way to trick the body into motion and the
brain cells into thinking. O Magical Concoction, we bow low to thee!
2. Ipod
To
shut out all distractions and concentrate on the most boring experiment/analysis
that needs to be repeated for the umpteenth time; to blow all negative thoughts
of impending failure out of the tired mind ; to get high on favorite lyrics and
music ringing in the head - we need ipod blaring into the ears. Even if it
irritates fellow labmates trying to get in a word. Ipod, our love.
3. Youtube
You
help us regain our sanity every time. Often overtaking Pubmed in ‘Most visited
website’. (Special thanks to TR and the ‘Annoying orange’).
4. Facebook
For
being the best way to escape reality. When all that remains to cheer about is
attention from fb contacts. To browse the timeline and make misplaced
judgements on anybody and everybody.
5. Adobe PDF reader
For
all the pirated versions of gripping novels, which are easy on the pocket; save
paper and space; make falling asleep much easier and can be nice lunch/travel
buddies.
