Saturday May 16, 2026 12:30pm - 2pm (1 Hour 30 Minutes)
Literary
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9026810880
Stop in to chat with local author and biology professor N. Kirk Hiller as he signs copies of his non-fiction title 'Rebel Researcher: The Unconventional Path to Discovery.
ISBN: 9781038355591
The most groundbreaking discoveries in science don't come from following the rules, but from breaking them with purpose. In Rebel Researcher: The Unconventional Path to Discovery, Kirk Hillier introduces the concept of the rebel researcher-an innovator who sees the power of rule-breaking, dares to ask disruptive questions, and challenges consensus-and guides them through reframing failure as a strength, transitioning from solitary thinker to collaborative leader, and navigating institutional politics and power to develop a bold, creative, and ethical leadership style.
Through case studies exploring recognizable figures in innovations both past and present, as well as thoughtful questions that encourage introspection and self-evaluation at the end of each chapter, Hillier guides current and aspiring research leaders to value curiosity over compliance and embrace failure as a stepping stone to innovation. At a time when science faces complex global challenges, it is the unconventional thinkers who will lead humanity forward.
A tribute to the researchers who refused to play by the rules, and a roadmap for those who feel discontent with the way things are, Rebel Researcher: The Unconventional Path to Discovery is a bold exploration of how groundbreaking science often emerges not from conformity, but from rebellion.
[email protected]
9026810880
Stop in to chat with local author and biology professor N. Kirk Hiller as he signs copies of his non-fiction title 'Rebel Researcher: The Unconventional Path to Discovery.
ISBN: 9781038355591
The most groundbreaking discoveries in science don't come from following the rules, but from breaking them with purpose. In Rebel Researcher: The Unconventional Path to Discovery, Kirk Hillier introduces the concept of the rebel researcher-an innovator who sees the power of rule-breaking, dares to ask disruptive questions, and challenges consensus-and guides them through reframing failure as a strength, transitioning from solitary thinker to collaborative leader, and navigating institutional politics and power to develop a bold, creative, and ethical leadership style.
Through case studies exploring recognizable figures in innovations both past and present, as well as thoughtful questions that encourage introspection and self-evaluation at the end of each chapter, Hillier guides current and aspiring research leaders to value curiosity over compliance and embrace failure as a stepping stone to innovation. At a time when science faces complex global challenges, it is the unconventional thinkers who will lead humanity forward.
A tribute to the researchers who refused to play by the rules, and a roadmap for those who feel discontent with the way things are, Rebel Researcher: The Unconventional Path to Discovery is a bold exploration of how groundbreaking science often emerges not from conformity, but from rebellion.
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Pricing: Free
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