The Gene Masters
Published November 12, 2002
A fast-paced account of the wildly ambitious scientists who spearheaded a scientific revolution
It was one of the greatest races in science. A confluence of ambition, intelligence, and money fueled the complete mapping of the human genome, the ultimate conclusion of a process that began fifty years ago when Watson and Crick broke open the essential structure of DNA…(read more)
Praise for The Gene Masters
Based on a wealth of careful research, Ingrid Wickelgren deftly explores the science and personalities behind the race to decode the human genome. This is a well-paced, well-written narrative that is both informative and entertaining.”
Nicholas Wade, New York Times Science reporter
A wonderful lesson on how the march of science is driven by the sheer forces of emotion and motivation as much as by ingenious ideas.
Kirkus Reviews
The Gene Masters is a riveting behind-the-scenes account of the biggest scientific showdown in recent years. Wickelgren brings alive the titanic clash of egos and ambitions that led researchers to unravel the human genetic blueprint. I couldn’t put it down.
Michael Waldholz, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Science writer, the wall street journal.
In a style that’s often elegant and exciting, [Wickelgren] chronicles one of the most important scientific ventures in recent history with the right mix of action, drama, and good hard science.
Rebecca Skloot, Popular Science
Ingrid Wickelgren masterfully weaves together what can be a confusing tangle of ideas and personalities…
Christopher Vaughan, Stanford Magazine
Rambling Robots
Published October 1, 1996
In this book aimed at middle-school students, I examine the evolution of robotics and the efforts of scientists to develop robots with the abilities of various animals…(read more)
Praise for Ramblin’ Robots
Wickelgren’s fascinating and enlightening exploration of the history and development of robots will truly excite readers.
Booklist
Winner: 1997 IEEE Award for Distinguished Literary Contributions Furthering Public Understanding of the Profession
Winner: The New York Public Library’s “Books for the Teen Age 1997”
Math Coach
Published June 30, 2001
I wrote this book with my father, Wayne, a cognitive psychologist at the University of Oregon and MIT who coached numerous children to excel in math. The guide shows parents how to evaluate their child’s knowledge and school curriculum and provides innovative tips for teaching mathematical concepts, from arithmetic to algebra. It also reflects my father’s unbridled optimism for children’s potential and deep knowledge of how people learn.
Praise for Math Coach
This is a wonderful book. It is well-organized, systematic, and informed by Professor Wickelgren’s work in cognitive psychology and by his many years coaching talented math students of all ages. “Math Coach” inspired me to start an after-school math enrichment program at my children’s school. I recommend it highly.
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