A story about what astronomy majors learn in college, how they conduct scientific research in graduate school, and the problems they encounter and their solutions. Ramen is a little turtle who wants to study astronomy and consider engaging in astronomical research in the future. This book tells the story of the difficulties and problems Ramen faced in his study and scientific research, as well as the classmates and teachers he came into contact with, from when he applied for the college entrance examination, to study in the astronomy department of a university, to when he entered a graduate school to study for a doctoral degree. As time went by, Ramen changed from being interested in astronomy to understanding the specific content of astronomy, and began to master the methods of scientific research. He gradually grew up and thought about his own life direction and choices.
Main content: Professional science popularization of astronomical research. From the courses studied at the university to how graduate students master scientific research methods, including communication with instructors, the abilities they need to learn and possess, possible scientific research difficulties and solutions, psychological problems, special problems that girls may face, etc. It contains a small amount of popular science knowledge about physics and astronomy, mainly content related to the growth of students in the astronomical scientific research profession.
The main goal: to help young people who have entered the field of scientific research and who plan to study astronomy and conduct scientific research to understand what astronomy is specifically about, what scientific research does, how to do it, and what to do when encountering problems, so as to be mentally and psychologically prepared to reduce confusion and distress.
Concept: Because therefore, scientific reason