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Secret Life of Scientists and Engineers
Crystal Dilworth: 30 Seconds on Teaching Dance to Scientists
Season 2014
Episode 29
Crystal Dilworth recently completed her Ph.D. in Molecular Neuroscience at Cal Tech. Her research has focused on the molecular basis for nicotine dependence. An accomplished life-long dancer, Crystal now choreographs Cal Tech's musical productions. That's right, she teaches other scientists to dance... and they're good!
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