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mhjames:
I was, for a long time, considering becoming a Chemical Engineer because of the travel and the money. While it is Chemistry based, I regretted not going into the field of Biochemistry, which I considered a much more self-fulfilling program. I loved everything about chemistry and Biology, but I did the engineering portion just for the money. You will be working for the better part of 40 years, so having a job where time flies because it’s so interesting and engaging by finding cures for diseases and unlocking the mystery of life, is better than being bored off your ass sitting at a computer regulating plants.
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<p>On the other hand, I know some recent biology and chemistry graduates who are not working in anything related to biology and chemistry, much less finding cures for diseases and unlocking the mystery of life. The grass is not always greener on the other side of the fence.</p>
<p>Then there is this story: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/parents-forum/1443645-phds-people-masters-food-stamps-3.html#post15306242[/url] ”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/parents-forum/1443645-phds-people-masters-food-stamps-3.html#post15306242</a></p> ;