CELLebraTEZ

In one of my introductory posts, I had mentioned that I am a proud young, female Ismaili Scientist. And the primary reason for blogging was to share with the world my experiences in a new city and share a glimpse of what’s hot in science now. However, I realize, I have not shared anything about my faith...  I thought today would be a good day to give a brief glimpse of a celebration I observe as being part of the Shia Ismaili Community. Navroz: Today, March 21 st , Ismaili Muslims all over the world celebrate Navroz. Navroz literally means “new year” and marks the beginning of a new year and the first day of spring. It is a time for spiritual renewal, physical rejuvenation and a positive outlook. Navroz is celebrated in in many countries such as Iran, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Central and South Asia. Most of these countries observe Navroz as a public holiday. Ismailis celebrate Navroz by the recitatio...

I love my Boss. This is an email she sent me and the undergrad student that works in our lab!  ~Cell-ebraTez

Its has been 3 and a half months since the new year and I am not doing too great on my New Years Resolution… to blog more! Here is a quick recap since the New Year! January: ·       Busy with working in the lab ·       Went to my 2 nd Blues game (they were playing the Edmonton Oilers) ·       Went to my 1 st Paint night! ·       Saw my 2nd Cirque de Soleil Show, Varekai.  ·       Work, work, work! @ PaintNite. Added my own twist by making one of the birds a peacock! @ Scott Trade for STL Blues Game Against Edmonton Oilers. Ofcourse STL Blues WON!!  February: ·       BEST MONTH OF THE YEAR! ·       I celebrated my 25 th Birthday!! Went home to visit my Parents and Sister. My mom planned an AMAZING surprise by asking my Best Friend, Madison and Favorite Cousin, Na...