BioTechniques' 2026 summer reading list: 12 science-themed books for the holidays
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Beatrice Bowlby
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Summary
BioTechniques has curated a summer reading list of 12 books for scientists and science enthusiasts, featuring both fiction and non-fiction titles. Fiction recommendations include stories about trees, an intelligent lab rat, university friendships, and a solar-powered android. Non-fiction selections cover topics such as bacteriophages, plant biology, air quality, and the health benefits of art. The article also references previous reading lists from 2024 and 2025 for additional recommendations.
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Want more recommendations? Have a look through our 2024 and 2025 lists for more inspiration.
Our 2026 summer reading list is here, highlighting fiction and non-fiction books for scientists.
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