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Test Tubes, Beakers and Nail Polish: Science Gets a Fresh Coat

Hawaiʻi Public Radio | By Molly Solomon
Published February 24, 2014 at 12:28 AM HST
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A University of Hawaii professor is taking what you might call a hands-on approach to science. She’s using social media, hundreds of contacts, and something called “Manicure Mondays.” HPR’s Molly Solomon explains.

Check out some recent "Manicure Monday" posts on Twitter from the scientific community:
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Molly Solomon
Molly Solomon joined HPR in May 2012 as an intern for the morning talk show The Conversation. She has since worn a variety of hats around the station, doing everything from board operator to producer.
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