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. 2021 Feb 3;22(2):e52206.
doi: 10.15252/embr.202052206. Epub 2021 Jan 4.

Do scientists read enough fiction?

David R Smith  1
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Do scientists read enough fiction?

David R Smith. EMBO Rep. .

Abstract

Reading the academic literature is an essential part of a scientist's job. David Smith argues that reading fiction can be even more important for creativity and productivity than papers and reviews.

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  • A role for fiction in science.
    Porter JD. Porter JD. EMBO Rep. 2021 Apr 7;22(4):e52614. doi: 10.15252/embr.202152614. Epub 2021 Mar 12. EMBO Rep. 2021. PMID: 33710748 Free PMC article.

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