Do you, personally, apply this knowledge in real life/in experiments. (is it useful) ?

Question: Do you, personally, apply this knowledge in real life/in experiments. (is it useful) ?
- Keywords:
  experiment,
  how science works,
  result
Asked by monique to Alison on 13 Jun 2012.
- Alison Graham answered on 13 Jun 2012:
  
  Hi Monique
  
  A lot of the research I have done in the past has built on previous research that myself and other people have done so, in that way, yes, the knowledge that I have acquired has been applied in real-life. My job at the moment focuses on teaching so I use examples from research in my teaching. Also, it’s really important when teaching university students about being a scientist that you cover all the skills needed, not just the knowledge. All of the other stuff is just as important – like how to conduct an experiment well, how to write things up clearly, etc.
  
  P.S. I noticed that your favourite scientist is Sheldon – good choice!

Question: Do you, personally, apply this knowledge in real life/in experiments. (is it useful) ?