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34 Best Chemistry Gifts That'll Blow Science Lover's Mind

Are you searching for the perfect gifts that will captivate the hearts and minds of the brilliant scientists in your life? Look no further! In this article, we've curated a remarkable collection of 34 chemistry gifts designed specifically for scientists . From thought-provoking apparel and accessories to intriguing laboratory equipment and scientific novelties, these chemistry gifts for scientists are sure to ignite their passion for discovery and make them feel truly appreciated.

For those who have dedicated their lives to unraveling the mysteries of the universe, finding a gift that reflects their love for chemistry can be a delightful challenge. Imagine gifting them a molecular structure model kit that allows them to build and explore complex compounds or a DNA-inspired necklace that symbolizes their commitment to scientific advancement. These chemistry gifts for scientists not only celebrate their contributions but also serve as constant reminders of their boundless curiosity and unwavering dedication.

But the world of chemistry gifts for scientists doesn't end there. Picture their excitement as they unwrap a personalized laboratory coat embroidered with their name or a chemistry-themed notebook where they can record their groundbreaking ideas. These gifts combine practicality with personalization, enhancing their scientific endeavors while adding a touch of uniqueness to their workspace. Each product in our collection has been carefully selected to inspire and support the scientists in their pursuit of knowledge and innovation.

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Best Chemistry Gifts That’ll Blow Science Lover’s Mind

• Beer Glasses
• Chemistry Periodic Table With Reference Sheet
• Chemical Element Periodic Table
• National Geographic Amazing Chemistry Set
• Periodic Tableware Beaker Wine Glass
• Socks Crew Funny Crazy Gift
• Periodically Chemisty T-Shirt
• Scientific Glass Caffeine Beaker Mug
• Wink Chemist’s Spice Rack
• and 24 more.

1. Beer Glasses

Ideal for those who enjoy science and chemistry. Glass sets are designed to leave a lasting impression and are thoughtfully packaged in an exquisite gift box!

Science Beer Glasses are nice, thick, sturdy beer glasses for any occasion. Made from lead-free, premium glassware and dishwasher safe. These glasses will keep your beer colder longer, and allow your beer to breathe more easily.

✔️ Unique and eye-catching designs

✔️ High-quality materials

✔️ A comfortable and stylish grip

2. Chemistry Periodic Table With Reference Sheet

Your child will enjoy practicing their memory and understanding of basic chemistry concepts by working through the periodic table of elements using the Chemistry Periodic Table of Elements Pen.

It features a colorful, laminated construction so kids can focus on what they are doing. This gift is perfect for birthday gifts for boys and girls, teachers and parents, science teachers and students.

✔️ Compact and comprehensive guide

✔️ Clear explanations and diagrams

✔️ Detailed periodic table

3. Chemical Element Periodic Table

The ideal present for academics, kids, and scientific enthusiasts is the periodic table of chemistry. It is made of genuine materials and cannot be harmed.

High-grade crystal glue acrylic, which is safe and odorless, has exceptional storage capabilities, and is long-lasting, is used to make the real element periodic table. It may be used in the laboratory or in the classroom to pique students' interests in chemistry. It's an extremely useful tool.

✔️ Vibrant colors and detailed elements

✔️ Premium polyester fabric

✔️ Stunning design of the periodic table

4. National Geographic Amazing Chemistry Set

The National Geographic Amazing Chemistry Set gives you and your family fun and educational experiments in chemistry!

Kids will enjoy learning about acids, bases, acids and bases, electricity and electricity, pH, and even a few simple math concepts. They can make bubbling, color-changing solutions, glowing test tubes, a colorful bouncy ball, glowing worms, and much more. A total of 45 science experiments let them explore and discover new things in their own way.

✔️ Engaging and educational

✔️ Comprehensive experiments

5. Periodic Tableware Beaker Wine Glass

This periodic dinnerware glass is a must-have if your medical sweetheart likes wine accessories.

Your friend or relative will be enamored with this wine glass's distinctive design. Hand blowing and shaping are used to create each sculpture. This adult scientific gift is perfect for a science teacher or medical community member of the medical community. Their Vitis vinifera is to be enjoyed with scientific accuracy.

✔️ Unique and whimsical design

✔️ High-quality craftsmanship

✔️ Perfect for science enthusiasts alike

6. Socks Crew Funny Crazy Gift

These distinctive and fashionable socks will stand out in your collection since they go well with suits, school uniforms, and other clothing.

These humorous socks will provide you with a unique wearing experience because they are made of soft fabrics that are medium in thickness. Additionally, this item includes a 3D Digital print, which is very stylish and encourages you to boldly exhibit your personal style.

✔️ Chemistry-themed socks add a playful touch

✔️ Soft fabric for all-day comfort.

✔️ Stylish and eye-catching

7. Periodically Chemisty T-Shirt

Every chemistry fan should have a Periodically Chemistry T-Shirt! This officially licensed Chemistry T-shirt will put a smile on your face because it will help you express your love of science, especially chemistry.

The Periodically Chemistry T-Shirt is the ultimate way to wear your interest in chemistry. The shirt is 100% preshrunk cotton so it will shrink less during wash cycles, and the t-shirt has a soft, comfortable feel.

✔️ Comfortable and soft fabric

✔️ Designed to withstand regular use

✔️ Versatile styling

8. Scientific Glass Caffeine Beaker Mug

The Scientific Glass Caffeine Beaker Mug with Electrical Plugs is a glass beverage container created with American consumers in mind.

This device may need to be used with an adapter or converter in order to operate in every country where a medical student is studying abroad due to variations in outlets and voltage. Any student thinking about going into medicine in the near future will appreciate receiving this glass as a gift.

✔️ Quirky and scientific

✔️ Unique gift idea

9. Wink Chemist’s Spice Rack

Any kitchen would look good with this premium metal spice rack! Six glass and nine metal test tube holders are included in this package.

This attractive set would make a nice present for someone special, especially if they are really interested in science. It is great for spices or displaying flowers.The silver finish on the metal rack makes it simple to coordinate with your home's decor.

✔️ Sturdy and durable for long-lasting use

✔️ Functional and organized

✔️ Perfect gift for chemists

10. Periodic Table of Elements Curtains

This 100% Polyester Periodic Table of Elements Shower Curtain comes with a rust proof metal reinforced grommet.

It’s a modern shower curtain, designed to create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere in the bathroom. It’s a great gift for chemistry students, and will be a welcome addition to your own bathroom.

✔️ Educational and stylish

✔️ Odorless and non-toxic

✔️ Water-resistant and durable

11. Rainbow Lanyard

A simple accessory with a lot of potentials. This Periodic Table lanyard is a must-have for every fashionista's wardrobe. It makes a nice piece for any special occasion or formal event.

Pair it up with your favorite accessories or wear it alone for a stylish and casual look. Whether you're hanging out with friends or walking down the street, this lanyard will definitely set you apart. Make it yours today!

✔️ Vibrant and eye-catching

✔️ Durable and high-quality

✔️ Great gift for chemistry enthusiasts

12. Funny Science Laboratory Stickers

A fantastic way to mark your things and make your day a little more interesting! These Funny Science Laboratory Stickers are the perfect way to create that quirky feeling with your belongings.

With vibrant and creative designs, these stickers are great to stick to anything you want to distinguish! You can use them on school bags, backpacks, skateboards, luggage, computers, bikes, etc!

✔️ Durable and waterproof

✔️ Express your love for chemistry

✔️ Perfect for laptops, notebooks, and more

13. Hexagonal Graph Paper Composition Notebook

A perfect gift for the chemists in your life, this hexagonal graph paper notebook is ideal for chemistry notes and practice, IUPAC naming, and drawing out organic structures.

A soft cover perfect bound spine allows for easy writing and notes taking. Use as a math and science notebook, graphing and drawing, or sketch journal.

✔️ High-quality paper

✔️ Durable and sturdy

✔️ Portable and easy to carry

14. Funny Chemistry Beaker Chemicals Pillow Case

A funny pillowcase to protect your neck, back and head, especially the areas where you’re prone to bumps and bruises from working out.

It's an unusual gift idea and will be sure to put a smile on a chemist’s face. Made from high-quality fabric, this pillowcase is sure to be perfect to go along with you in any science project.

✔️ Playful and humorous design

✔️ Comfortable and adjustable

15. The Periodic Table of Elements Tumbler

The Periodic Table of Elements Tumbler is the ideal cup for the science-lover at heart, providing a place for all your favorite elements to congregate. This is an excellent way to remember the elements of the periodic table and what each of them does.

Tervis tumblers have a double-wall insulated design that decreases condensation to prevent rings on your table and extends the time that beverages stay hot or cold. These tumblers are made of sturdy, impact-resistant BPA-free plastic that won't break when dropped and won't hold flavors or aromas.

✔️ Periodic table design

✔️ Made with high-quality materials

✔️ Insulated and durable

16. Interactive Chemistry Puzzles

This 2D version of the Happy Atoms 3D physical and digital molecular modeling system is a simple but effective tool for teaching kids about atoms, bonding, and chemistry.

Just pull out the cards and find out what happens! Kids can build and test compounds in an entirely new way, without all the fume-inducing chemicals. Especially, this game also comes with an app that is available on every operating system. This will make the learning process become more interesting and attractive.

✔️ Hands-on experiments

✔️ Interactive and engaging

✔️ Educational and informative

17. Science Cookie Cutters Chemistry Set

With designs including an atom, a beaker, a test tube, and a flask, this assortment of science-themed decorations is enjoyable to decorate. Shapes that are ideal for children, school functions, birthday, and graduation parties!

They're all constructed of durable, BPA-free materials that are reusable. To protect the finish and ensure that it continues to function effectively over time, just hand wash and dry.

✔️ Unique and eye-catching metallic finish

✔️ Versatile use

✔️ Great gift for science enthusiasts

18. Science Engraved Gift Pen

Let your friends and family know how much they mean to you with a Science Engraved Gift Pen.

This sleek, stylish, and super useful gift pen features a LED light and stylus tip and comes in a keepsake presentation case that lets them know just how special they are to you. Perfect for celebrating science in your own home or office.

✔️ Works as a pen, stylus, and LED light

✔️ Elegant and functional

19. Biology Chemistry Keychain

This keychain depicts the passion of biology and chemistry that exists within of all scientists in addition to being created from a high-quality stainless steel pendant with a lovely engraving in the design of bio, chemistry, and biology.

Therefore, anyone who enjoys science or who aspires to a career in biology or chemistry can get this present. On certain important events, it may also be a significant presence.

✔️ Stylish and unique design

✔️ Durable and high-quality material

✔️ Meaningful and sentimental gift

20. Chemical Symbols Clock

The Chemical Symbols Clock is a special clock designed to help kids understand the periodic table and the science behind life.

The clock shows the chemical symbol for each element as the numbers change and makes a sound that corresponds to each element. The battery-operated clock is quiet, easy to use, and can sit anywhere.

✔️ Keeps accurate time

✔️ Eye-catching design

✔️ Ideal for classrooms or study spaces

21. Chemistry Periodic Water Bottle

This thermos bottle made of stainless steel is ideal for outdoor activities including camping, trekking, cycling, and jogging. Whether you're at home, at work, or participating in strenuous walks, treks, runs, or other outdoor activities.

A stylish and eco-friendly stainless steel water bottle with a vacuum-insulated double-wall construction. It features a leakproof seal to ensure that your drink stays cold or hot depending on what time of day you’re drinking.

✔️ Unique chemistry design

✔️ Easy to carry and use on-the-go

22. Air Plant Terrarium Kit Erlenmeyer Flask

Anyone wishing to use air plants creatively will love these well-liked Air Plant Terrarium Kits.

These kits will provide your tiny green companions a warm place to live, whether they are growing as houseplants or living up in a terrarium for an indoor garden. They contain all the required components and directions to get you going.

✔️ Complete terrarium kit

✔️ Unique and aesthetic

✔️ Low-maintenance plants

23. Single Beaker Terrarium Kit

This beaker terrarium kit is perfect for the science lover in your life! Add an accent stone or some moss for a little extra visual interest and enjoy watching your little scientist grow!

The kit comes with a pre-drilled glass beaker, air plant, a small piece of gravel, and a few accent stones. This beaker terrarium is a fantastic way to start a science collection. It will add a bit of life and love to anyone's home. Great for beginners, or an ideal gift idea for a special science teacher.

✔️ Allows for personalized creativity

✔️ Natural and minimalist design

✔️ Compact and space-saving

24. Periodic Cutting Board

Having this special Periodic cutting board is a surprise gift that a scientific enthusiast won't think about

This cutting board has a decorative side and a functional side. Our boards are made entirely from wood and without the use of chemicals. All are created using ingredients that are safe for consumption. Perfect for long-term use without worrying about being badly affected.

✔️ Customized with your chosen name

✔️ Ideal for kitchen and culinary use

✔️ Made to withstand cutting and chopping

25. Periodic Table of Elements Novelty Earrings

This Periodic Table of Elements Novelty Earrings is the perfect gift for anyone who likes to learn about the chemical makeup of the universe.

These faux leather pendants come in pairs and are great for anyone who loves chemistry, the periodic table, or just dressing up as they're learning. The charm is attached to a fine silver chain, and there is a lobster claw clasp for easy access.

✔️ Novelty and whimsical

✔️ Versatile and decorative

✔️ Great gift for science lovers

26. Neuron Tree Pendant

Put a startling necklace around your woman's neck with this neuron pendant!The multipolar neuron, a cell that resembles a tree, served as the inspiration for this necklace.

Nerve cells, also known as neurons, are designed specifically to transport "messages" by an electrochemical mechanism. You may select from 12 different gemstones that represent the birthstone of each month to put on either side of the chain to add a little extra personalization. Pros

✔️ Versatile and stylish

✔️ Elegant and unique design

27. Vintage Periodic Table

A classic and educational gift for scientists, engineers and educators, and a fun and educational gift for kids.

This vintage periodical features detailed images of the elements and chemical symbols for each element, plus a timeline of events surrounding the discovery of each. It’s the ultimate way to educate your kids about the periodic table!

✔️ Enhances any room with scientific charm

✔️ High-quality and detailed

✔️ Vintage and artistic

28. Custom Periodic Table Element Name Key Chain

Your name is spelled out on this keychain using elements from the periodic table! A wonderful present for chemistry majors, science instructors, and scientific enthusiasts! This key chain may be used as a key ring or to attach to your bag.

Made from wood that is American Black Cherry, this item is extremely durable and can be used for years to come. Especially, this keychain is finished with a non-toxic, food-safe oil to highlight and protect the wood's inherent beauty.

✔️ Customized with your chosen element name

29. 3D Name Beaker Sign

Send your amazing chemist the gift of pleasure with this 3D name beaker sign!

This décor will last a long time because it is made of light and robust wood. This one-of-a-kind sign is a lovely adornment for his or her workplace table or any other favored spot. This gift is unique in that you may personalize the 3D form with the recipient's name.

✔️ Customizable and personal

✔️ Unique 3D printed design

✔️ Durable and lightweight

30. Custom Science Clock

Get a one-of-a-kind science-related clock for your wonderful scientist or any chemical fan as a birthday gift!

This clock is ideal for the scientist, chemist, or other science enthusiasts in your life. It may be engraved and personalized, or it can be kept traditional and blank. It will be even more unique with your name etched on the clock face! The clock is powered by one AA battery which is durable and perfect for long-term use.

✔️ Engraved with your chosen science design

✔️ Functional and stylish

31. Metal Periodic Table Element Cubes

The Original Elements Periodic Table A fantastic present for those with a scientific bent is cubes!

Kids may experience all the components just like they did in school with this collection of retro and contemporary metal cubes. Every cube, from hydrogen to kryptonite, represents a different element.

✔️ Authentic and collectible

✔️ High-quality and durable

✔️ Educational and decorative

32. Women of Science Tote Bag

This special edition tote bag was specially designed for women who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, art and math.

A must-have for any science-loving woman, this bag is the perfect way to carry your laptop and other essentials around the world. You’ll fit all your essentials in this slim tote bag, thanks to the generous storage space! With a polyester lining.

✔️ Spacious and functional

✔️ Celebrates women in science

✔️ Eco-friendly and durable

33. Molecule Art Foil Print Set

Best gift for any Chemistry lover. Not only has the function as a decorating item, but this print set is also a wonderful way to express to love for science as well as especially Chemistry.

Utilizing a high-temperature heat press, each print is painstakingly handmade with real metallic foil and minted onto card material. This method enables a rich, complex design that brilliantly glows in every area.

✔️ Stylish and modern

✔️ Enhance your space with science-inspired art

34. Coffee Chemistry Mug

The Coffee Chemistry Mug is for intellectual researchers, scientists, and lab workers. They sometimes need to unwind with a hot beverage when they are taking a break from their trials.

One molecule is all it takes to get you started on the correct track for designing your next experiment! Caffeine's captivating aroma should be inhaled combined with the smells of other perfumes like guaiacol and diacetyl.

✔️ High-quality ceramic

✔️ Unique gift for chemists

From professional tools to whimsical accessories, these gifts are designed to inspire, motivate, and enhance the scientific journey. Whether it's a special occasion or a token of gratitude, these chemistry gifts for scientists will not only pique their scientific curiosity but also make them feel valued and celebrated. Get ready to embark on a scientific adventure and make their passion for chemistry come alive.

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Gifts for a PhD Student

Wondering what could be the perfect present for a friend, family member or colleague who are working towards a PhD? Choosing gifts for a PhD student can be tricky, we’re often living in shared houses with limited personal space and there are only so many novelty mugs a person can store!

Whether it’s to celebrate passing their viva, a special occasion or simply to show that you care, here are a few of my favourite suggestions.

Experience Gifts

I’m a big fan of gifting experiences rather than ‘things’ and I believe they are particularly well suited to those early on in their PhD, as a lot of students may be fairly new to the place they’re now studying. PhD stipends only stretch so far, so gifting experiences can be a great way to build memories for those with limited disposable income.

When I lived in London during my PhD I always asked my family for gift vouchers for experiences. This allowed me to visit escape rooms, walk over the O2, go for afternoon tea and see some fantastic West End shows (courtesy of Love Theatre vouchers).

Experiences can be varied to fit every personality type and some may also allow you to support great causes at the same time, such as Migrateful cooking classes for those in London, Bristol or Brighton.

Tripadvisor is a great place for finding ideas for activities. Groupon can also be handy place to check for deals, just make sure that any restrictions on dates/times won’t be an issue.

Subscription Gifts

Lots of us sign up for subscriptions these days, whether for the obligatory Netflix or for various apps. If you’re stuck for a gift for a PhD student why not offer to pay for a few months of a subscription to their favourite apps?

Some ideas for app subscriptions:

• Super Duolingo for language learners
• Headspace or other mindfulness and meditation apps which could come in handy with managing stress during a PhD

Relaxing Gifts

It’s always nice to have a break from work and a voucher for a massage or spa day could provide much needed relaxation. I’d again suggest using Tripadvisor to find recommendations and try to find a deal through Groupon.

Check with the giftee whether they’d be able to attend mid-week. If so you may be able to get more for your money with an off-peak rate and they’ll find it easier to relax with fewer people around.

A PhD student can never have too much food, particularly if it’s quick to prepare or readily available for snacking. Food gifts are brilliant for every budget and here are a few of my favourite suggestions.

Brownies by Post

My partner recently went on the hunt for the best vegan brownies and came across the Best Ever Brownie Company. I can attest that their brownies are absolutely delicious and everyone I’ve sent them to has loved them.

If you know your PhD student well then a gift hamper can be a lovely way to show that you care.

Hampers put together by someone you know can be a fun way to try out things you wouldn’t normally have seen. For Christmas/birthdays by Dad has started giving a selection of new vegan foods he finds and they’re always appreciated. If in doubt pick a theme and roll with it. For my sister’s birthday I recently made up a shoe-box sized hamper with American treats all themed around rainbow sprinkles!

If you don’t live nearby you can also find some lovely hampers online from companies such as:

• Social Supermarket
• Fortnum & Mason

Whether homemade or shop bought I think hampers make great gifts for a PhD student.

Healthy Ready Meals

If you’re keen to gift more substantial meals then COOK and Mindful Chef are two options. Both allow you to buy gift vouchers which your recipient can use to buy whatever they fancy.

I’ve gifted COOK vouchers to several friends and family members and the meals feel home cooked and are very tasty. Do check whether your giftee lives near a store, as if not they’ll probably want to order several items in one go and as such will need a fair bit of freezer space. Therefore COOK vouchers may not as suitable for those living in house shares.

I haven’t personally tried Mindful Chef ready meals, although I have tried several of the recipe boxes, but they look like a fantastic choice for anyone looking for quick and healthy meals.

Takeaway Voucher

If you’re keen to get a food gift but not sure what’s best then a takeaway gift voucher could be the perfect solution. Just Eat do gift vouchers and they’re sure to go down well.

Educational Gifts

PhD students are by nature very curious and plenty will be keen to expand their knowledge beyond their particular field. I’m personally always keen to learn more about the world so anything which helps me expand my horizons goes down favourably.

Subscription to a Learning Platform

Brilliant – Provides interactive courses to help people expand their knowledge of concepts within Maths, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Programming, Science and Engineering. Subscriptions start from a three month period.

Nebula – Nebula has advert-free educational videos and podcasts from over 150 Youtube content creators. Some of the videos on the platform are also available to watch on Youtube with ads, but there are around 60 original shows on the platform as well.

Subscription to Kiwi Crate

If you’re keen to gift a physical present then a subscription to Kiwi Crate could be a lovely idea.

For those who like working with their hands the Eureka Crate is a great way to build skills and explore engineering in a fun and immersive way. Who wouldn’t want to build their own desk lamp? They also do Maker crates for those with an artistic side.

Practical Gifts

So far nearly everything on our list has involved either experiences or consumables, but there are a few practical gifts which could be of great benefit to a PhD student and not take up too much space.

Whether it’s for keeping water cool or keeping coffee hot, a drink container will always come in handy. It could also help with minimising costs if drinks are prepared at home and then taken into uni.

Macbook Air Laptop

A recommendation of a £1000 laptop probably isn’t going to be applicable for most readers. However, if you’re a family member looking to spend money on a computer for someone starting a PhD I can highly recommend MacBook Airs. These days almost all software can run on both PC and Mac and even the M1 MacBook Air which is now several years old is more than powerful enough for most people.

Be sure to make use of Apple’s educational discount for up to 10% off.

Moleskine Notebook & Fisher Space Pen

Notebooks always come in handy, so why not gift your PhD student one at the top of the range. Combine a moleskine notebook with a fisher space pen and you’ve got the perfect way to keep experiment notes orderly and neat.

Moleskine notebooks are vegan, come in a range of colours and you can even pay extra for personalisation. Fisher space pens were originally designed for use in zero gravity and can be used upside down, underwater and at extreme temperatures. Perfect for all kinds of science-ing!

For those who don’t own one already an e-reader is a great way to get back into reading. I personally found reading to be a great way to take a break from my PhD . E-readers such as a Kindle are light and easy to pop in a bag!

Through Project Gutenberg you can access loads of classic books for free and if you opt for a Kindle there are often Amazon offers available for 99p books.

Novelty Gifts

If you are keen to get your PhD student a novelty gift I’d recommend buying a handmade item from a small business on Etsy. I’m a big fan of getting something practical such as a notebook, mug, keyring, chopping board etc.

Just make sure to check where it ships from – I typically filter so that only businesses in the UK are shown.

Here are a few of the potential gifts for a PhD student that I found in just a few minutes of browsing:

• Atoms to Astronauts – STEM mugs and notebooks
• Science Scribbles – Enamel pins and stickers
• My Mini Laboratory – Microscope keyrings and virus planters
• Chemistree Crafts – Wide selection of scientific jewellery, including conical flask earrings
• Bakerology – Science themed cookie cutters – who wouldn’t want to eat a neuron shaped cookie?!

Charitable Donations

Q: What do you get for the person who has everything?

A: A gift for someone else!

It can be hard to know what to get someone when they say there’s nothing that they want, but if your giftee would truly prefer to not receive a gift then make a charitable donation on their behalf.

Choose a charity or cause which is close to their heart and you’ll have a meaningful gift which provides benefit to others as well.

Top Tips on Buying Gifts for a PhD Student

• If your PhD student is short on space stick to gifting an experience or a consumable item
• Everyone needs to eat, so food gifts can be a great safe choice for PhD students
• Feeling stuck for what to buy? Ask! Some people enjoy surprises and others will prefer to set strict guidelines for present buying. I’m very frank and honest with my own family now around receiving gifts as I’m fairly minimalist and don’t like receiving anything I won’t use.
• Short on money? Why not make something homemade. Cupcakes in particular can be a quick and easy gift and are always sure to go down well.

Do you have any other suggestions for gifts for a PhD student or graduate? Are there any gifts you received during your own PhD which you really valued? Let me know in the comments!

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Top 15 Best PhD Graduation Gifts in 2024

I found the very best PhD graduation gifts. Below, I’ll discuss each. This article includes specific PhD graduation gift recommendations. I did my best to include a little bit about why new doctors appreciate each, and I link to where you can find them.

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If you’re at a loss thinking about what to buy a Ph.D. graduate as a present, you can’t go wrong with cash, checks, and gift cards.

There’s no denying that PhDs can be incredibly expensive. Just look at the data from EducationData.org , which states that federal graduate student borrowers have $91,148 average loan balances. It doesn’t matter if they earned their degree in person or online — debt is debt. Cutting a check for any amount can help a PhD graduate buy what they need (or want). They can also choose to pay the amount toward their debt.

Of course, giving cash or a check isn’t everyone’s idea of a good present. In that case, you can always give a gift card .

Amazon Gift Cards come in nice packaging, like this graduation gift box.

Amazon allows you to choose your gift card amount,  starting from $25 and going all the way up to $2,000. You can also send your gift card digitally if you’d rather skip the box altogether.

On Amazon, you can also choose gift cards from specific brands. For example, if you’d like to give the gift of tech, you can opt for an Apple gift card between $25-$500. And if you’re looking for PhD graduation gifts for her , try a Sephora gift card  between $25-$250.

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15 Best PhD Graduation Gifts [2024]

Check out these unique, fun gift ideas for a doctoral graduate near and dear to your heart!

1. A Care Package – CRAVEBOX Gourmet Specialty Snack Box

Care packages are an excellent yet practical way to show you care. The CRAVEBOX Gourmet Specialty Snack Box is a 50-piece collection of gourmet snack samplers.

Why a PhD Graduate Would Like It:

Unless your recipient is a picky eater, they’re bound to like something in this package. After all, who wouldn’t want to try new types of snacks? They might even find their new favorite snack in this box!

Of course, you may want to ask about food sensitivities and preferences before choosing a box like this.

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2. Presentation Clicker and Pointer – Logitech R500s

The Logitech R500s is a presentation pointer and clicker that works from a 65ft range(20m). It has a red laser and customizable buttons. The R500s connects via a USB dongle/receiver, but it’s also universally compatible, including with Bluetooth.

PhD graduates, especially ones going into an academic or research-based career , will have to give a lot of presentations. A good clicker like this can make their presentations go more smoothly.

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3. RocketBook Smart Reusable Notebook Set

The RocketBook has been around for a while, but it’s still a pretty cool product all around. RocketBooks are essentially notebooks with special pages that let you scan and digitally convert notes. They come in various sizes and have reusable pages if you use the Pilot Frixion pen. That’s a win for the planet!

PhD graduates will likely write a lot  of notes in their lifetime. The RocketBook blends old-school handwritten notes with technology, allowing easily scannable and text-convertible notes with the app’s OCR (optical character recognition) feature. Some may find this gift a novelty, but it’s a great way to help the environment!

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4. Boogie Board Basics Reusable Writing Pad

The Boogie Board is a reusable writing pad for quick notes and reminders at work or home. You can use anything to write on it, as long as it has a dull pointy end. This board is good for 50,000 resets (board clears) — endless use!

This is one of the coolest gift ideas for PhD graduates because it reduces desk clutter and wasted paper.

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5 . Mechanical Pencil + Stylus: rOtring 800+

This rOtring mechanical pencil and stylus hybrid lets you switch seamlessly from paper to screen. It’s a well-designed writing instrument that prevents writing fatigue thanks to its hexagonal barrel.

This mechanical pen and stylus combo is one of the best PhD graduation gifts for students . For many, pencils are the writing instrument of choice. rOtring is a known and reliable pencil brand, so there’s no doubt it will provide an enjoyable writing experience — and it’s a breeze to use!

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6. Hobonichi Techo 5-Year Diary

The Hobonichi Techo is a well-known planner/diary loved for its sheer quality and flexibility. The Hobonichi Techo 5-Year Diary allows the user to plan and organize up to five years of their lives.

The Hobonichi Techo 5-Year Diary offers PhD graduates an easy way to keep track of their appointments and events — especially if they prefer pen and paper to phone apps.

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7. HidrateSpark PRO Smart Steel Water Bottle

The HidrateSpark PRO Smart Steel Water Bottle keeps you hydrated with its reminder glow. You can even track your water intake through its free app and customize the bottle’s glow lights and light patterns. The best part? It keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours!

The HidrateSpark PRO bottle makes a great gift for a PhD graduate, especially if they are so busy that they forget to take care of themselves. Dehydration is no joke!

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8. Leather Briefcase and Laptop Bag by KomalC

This leather briefcase and laptop bag uses buffalo leather and durable YKK zippers to ensure years and years of use. It fits laptops without being too bulky while still having plenty of room for files, folders, and notebooks.

This KomalC leather briefcase is a high-quality bag a PhD graduate can take with them anywhere. It’s roomy and protects their laptops and important items without being too bulky or uncomfortable.

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9. Custom Engraved Steel Business Card Case

This beautiful two-tone business card case holds up to 15 business cards. It comes with free personalization, allowing three text lines with up to 25 characters for each line.

PhD graduates often carry business cards. So why not have a nice, engraved case to keep them all in great condition until it’s time to hand them out?

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10. Mechanical Retro Style Flip Clock

This retro-style flip clock has a minimalistic design while still displaying the time down to the minute. It has a durable stainless steel frame and ABS plastic cards to ensure longevity. However, it has delicate inner mechanisms, so it’s not the best gift for someone with cats or young children.

This gift is a great conversation starter for your PhD recipient!

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11. Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock with Bed Shaker

This alarm clock was made for those who sleep through just about any other alarm. It comes with a shaker that users can put underneath their pillow (or anywhere else where it would make a racket) so the vibrations will wake them up when the alarm rings.

This Sonic Bomb Alarm Clock with Bed Shaker is one of the best PhD graduation gifts for students who sleep like the dead. This alarm clock might help the recipient avoid tardiness, though their sleeping partner might not appreciate it so much!

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12. FlexiSpot Laptop Desk Riser

This laptop desk riser is 27×19 inches — a relatively large desk surface when raised. It has five adjustment settings from 1.8 to 15.9 inches. This Flexispot product allows the user to turn any surface into a standing desk. Make sure you also check the Best Desks for Students .

Sitting all day while working is detrimental to your health. This laptop desk riser is an excellent choice for PhD graduates who spend way too much time at their workstations. And if they don’t want to stand, even the slight elevation of gaze reduces neck strain and back pain.

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*You can also add the FlexiSpot Anti-Fatigue Mat .

13. FlexiSpot EN1 Electric Height Adjustable Standing Desk

The En1 electric height adjustable desk has a 55×28 inch table top for a spacious work area. It runs quietly while adjusting height smoothly. Users can set the table’s height between 28-47.6 inches. It supports up to 154 lbs, which accommodates even the heaviest workloads.

The EN1 makes is a great PhD graduation gift for the same reason a laptop riser would — it helps your PhD graduate to stand more often, minimizing stress and back pain. This fully electric desk is also quite convenient, without requiring manual adjustments. What better way to kick off your graduate’s high-paying PhD job  than a fabulous new desk?

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14. Sony WH-1000XM4 Noise Canceling Headphones

The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones are legendary for great audio quality, comfort, and portability (they fold up to a smaller profile when not in use). It offers ANC (active noise cancellation) and even has built-in Alexa voice control.

If you want to give the gift of peace and focus, this pair of headphones is an incredible choice. While this one’s pricey, you can find other ANC headphones that are more affordable. The XM4s also have a newer version, the XM5 (but these don’t fold up into a smaller profile).

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15. Microsoft Surface Go 3

The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is a tablet that can replace a laptop. It runs on Windows, has a touch screen and decent battery life, and works with a stylus. You can also charge it with a power bank if you run out of juice.

The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is an excellent and pragmatic PhD graduation gift for students because of its productivity capabilities, including responding to emails and word processing. And, of course, it also works well for entertainment purposes. Save this for a loved one — it’s pricy!

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How Much Should You Spend on PhD Graduation Gifts?

The cost of your PhD gift depends on your relationship with the graduate. It can be anywhere from $10-$300, or maybe even more if you wish — but never spend more than you can afford. Here’s a general guide for how much you might want to spend:

• Acquaintances : <$30
• Friends : $25-$50
• Closest friends and relatives: $50-$100
• Significant others, children, and close loved ones: $100-$300+

Avoid superfluously expensive gifts for people you aren’t close with — that’ll just make them uncomfortable!

Finishing a doctorate is no easy feat — even the online PhDs  take endless hours to complete. Bottom line? Graduating with a PhD is a cause for celebration! And what better way to celebrate your new PhD-holder loved one than with a thoughtful present ?

PhD graduation gifts don’t have to be expensive or luxurious. They can be something as simple as a mug or a shirt with a witty PhD-related message. Doctorate graduation gifts can even be sentimental, like an engraved business card case.

If someone you know recently achieved a PhD (or even an MBA ), this list of the best graduation gifts for PhD students might offer some gift inspiration.

It can be challenging to come up with ideas for PhD graduation gifts, but there’s always a fantastic option out there waiting for you. But remember: if you can’t come up with any ideas that feel right, everyone loves cash or gift cards!

Do you have any other PhD graduation gift suggestions? Leave them in a comment below!

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you give a phd graduate.

The perfect PhD graduation gifts for doctoral graduates depend on your preference — unless the recipient specifically requests something. Cash, checks, and gift cards are popular options but may seem impersonal. Instead, you might give the graduate something pragmatic, like food, or something heartfelt, like a craft. Of course, the 15 suggestions on this list are also great PhD gifts.

What Are Good PhD Graduation Gifts for a University Graduate?

It truly depends — you can give something generic like a mug or shirt with a witty PhD-related saying or something more aligned with your recipient’s interest if you know them well.

What Is the Going Rate for PhD Graduation Gifts?

It really depends on your relationship with the recipient. Gifts can cost anywhere from $10-$300 and sometimes even more. If you’re more an acquaintance than a loved one, choose something on the lower price end to avoid making the recipient uncomfortable.

Is it OK to Give a Check as a PhD Graduation Gift?

Absolutely! Although some people may find checks or cash impersonal, a PhD graduate could probably use the money. After all, they can put it toward student loans or buy something they really need.

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The Canadian government has pledged a significant investment in its graduate students and postdoctoral scholars after more than two decades of stagnation . Its 2024 budget proposal , announced on 16 April , provides C$825 million (£481 million) over the next five years to support next-generation researchers by increasing both the number and value of stipends. However, the pay rise will only be seen by graduates who win scarce Tri-Council grants, although it is hoped that as these stipends rise others will need to too to compete.

The budget, which the House of Commons must pass before it is finalised, would provide nearly C$200 million per year, increasing annual master’s and PhD scholarships to $27,000 and $40,000, respectively, and postdoctoral fellowships to $70,000. The budget’s passage is not guaranteed – it needs the support of at least one of three political parties other than the ruling Liberal party.

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Justin Trudeau, Canada’s prime minister, and Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s deputy prime minister and finance minister, presented the budget on 16 April. The package included funding that ended over 20 years of stagnation in PhD and postdoctoral stipends

The planned increases represent a dramatic jump. Currently, the typical annual stipend in Canada is around C$17,500 for master’s students, C$24,000 for PhDs and C$45,000 for postdocs. The government is also proposing C$1.8 billion to the different funding agencies in Canada over five years to increase core research grant funding.

The funding surge is expected to increase the number of research scholarships and fellowships provided by the government, building to approximately 1720 more graduate students or fellows benefiting each year.

Graduate student and postdoc pay in Canada has remained unchanged for over 20 years . A national survey last year by the Ottawa Science Policy Network found that nearly 90% of graduate students in the country reported feeling stressed and anxious about their finances, and almost one-third said they have considered leaving academia due to financial pressures.

‘These fellowships had the same value for many years, which means their ability to support students had, in many cases, fallen below a livable amount,’ explains Bruce Arndtsen , a chemistry professor at McGill University. ‘Many departments and institutions therefore needed to top these fellowships up from research grants simply to get to our normal stipend level.’

Most chemistry graduates ineligible for raise

Such a significant increase to graduate student stipends in Canada will give top students a competitive stipend and enable Canada to to better retain these students, Arndtsen adds. ‘It will also allow the use of grant funds to better support their research activities rather than topping their fellowship up to needed levels.’

However, he notes that these stipend increases will only apply to the select few who win prestigious Tri-Council awards, and the majority of chemistry graduate students in Canada do not receive these top fellowships but are instead paid from research grants. In fact, Arndtsen notes that funding for the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada’s major chemistry funding programme has also remained stagnant for decades, and he expresses hope that these grants will receive a similar increase in the near term.

Anne Labarre , a sixth-year PhD chemistry student at McGill who is involved in computational drug discovery, celebrated the government’s announcement. Labarre says the PhD stipends at her chemistry department are currently fixed at around C$26,000 per year and emphasises that this increase is significant considering the recent inflation and rent increases in Montreal.

Matthew Berg, who received a PhD in biochemistry from Western University in Canada in 2021 and is now a postdoc at the University of Washington in the US, is optimistic. ‘These increases are going to set the bar for where funding should be for trainees in the sciences and in graduate school,’ he states. ‘Right now, a lot of Canadian graduate students struggle,’ Berg continues. ‘We’ve heard stories of students having to rely on food banks and different support systems in order to just make it through their degree.’

Last year there was a nationwide walkout of students and academics in Canada who were demanding more federal funding for graduate students and postdoc researchers. This month, graduate teaching assistants at Western University went on strike to protest what they deemed unfair wages. Meanwhile, a union representing striking academic workers at York University in Toronto, including teaching assistants and graduate workers, appeared to have reached a tentative deal on 14 April after being on strike over pay since late February.

Berg says he was lucky – he received one of one of the elusive federal awards to support him as a PhD candidate in Canada, which he says was worth about C$35,000 annually for three years. As a postdoc in the US, Berg says he currently receives significantly better compensation, with a stipend equivalent to more than C$90,000.

‘My dream after my PhD is to move to back to Canada and be a professor there,’ he says. ‘But it does make me nervous how difficult it is to get funding there and I don’t want to run a lab where my students are struggling to survive.’

Michel Cayouette , the vice president of research and academic affairs at the Montreal Clinical Research Institute, says the C$1.8 billion funding boost is great news but will be insufficient to allow supervisors to increase the value of their trainees’ stipends to the amounts announced for award recipients. ‘This means that the vast majority of students and postdocs will continue to struggle financially,’ Cayouette warns. ‘There is therefore more work to do in coming years to fill the gap in funding and ensure that all trainees receive a liveable wage.’

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However, up to now, the main carriers of catalytic additives have been mineral sorbents: silica gels, alumogels. This is obviously due to the fact that they consist of pure homogeneous components SiO2 and Al2O3, respectively. It is generally known that impurities, especially the ash elements, are catalytic poisons that reduce the effectiveness of the catalyst. Therefore, carbon sorbents with 5-15% by weight of ash elements in their composition are not used in the above mentioned technologies. However, in such an important field as a gas-mask technique, carbon sorbents (active carbons) are carriers of catalytic additives, providing effective protection of a person against any types of potent poisonous substances (PPS). In ESPE “JSC "Neorganika" there has been developed the technology of unique ashless spherical carbon carrier-catalysts by the method of liquid forming of furfural copolymers with subsequent gas-vapor activation, brand PAC. Active carbons PAC have 100% qualitative characteristics of the three main properties of carbon sorbents: strength - 100%, the proportion of sorbing pores in the pore space – 100%, purity - 100% (ash content is close to zero). A particularly outstanding feature of active PAC carbons is their uniquely high mechanical compressive strength of 740 ± 40 MPa, which is 3-7 times larger than that of  such materials as granite, quartzite, electric coal, and is comparable to the value for cast iron - 400-1000 MPa. This allows the PAC to operate under severe conditions in moving and fluidized beds.  Obviously, it is time to actively develop catalysts based on PAC sorbents for oil refining, petrochemicals, gas processing and various technologies of organic synthesis.

Victor M. Mukhin was born in 1946 in the town of Orsk, Russia. In 1970 he graduated the Technological Institute in Leningrad. Victor M. Mukhin was directed to work to the scientific-industrial organization "Neorganika" (Elektrostal, Moscow region) where he is working during 47 years, at present as the head of the laboratory of carbon sorbents.     Victor M. Mukhin defended a Ph. D. thesis and a doctoral thesis at the Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia (in 1979 and 1997 accordingly). Professor of Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia. Scientific interests: production, investigation and application of active carbons, technological and ecological carbon-adsorptive processes, environmental protection, production of ecologically clean food.   

14 Best Biochemistry Gifts (in 2024)

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The internet isn't exactly overflowing with biochemistry-themed gifts and they are hard to find if you aren't a biochemist yourself. This list helps get rid of the kitsch like printed chemistry mugs and periodic table joke t-shirts to narrow it down to items they will truly love and keep for a long time. 

This list ties together our favorite gifts for scientists from around the internet. Some are our own Genius Lab Gear inventions and some we’re just jealous we didn’t think of first! Some links in this page contain affiliate links, which means that any purchase of the items after clicking the link will result in a small monetary referral fee paid back to Genius Lab Gear at no cost to you. We appreciate your support which allows us to continue inventing and testing the best tools for chemists on the planet!

1. The Pocket Chemist - Molecule Stencil and Chemistry Pocket Reference

If you've already spent hours looking for gifts for biochemists or biochemistry students, you can stop here.

"This would have made my life 10x easier!"  - said one chemist during our first Instagram giveaway. The only solvent-proof and wallet-sized organic chemistry stencil available, this little tool will help your favorite biochemist draw beautiful chemical reactions and save them time referencing important physical constants.

Not sure? It was even featured in the  2019 Holiday Gift Guide  from the authority Chemical & Engineering News magazine!.

You can also add a custom logo to this for events, networking, or promotional giveaways! Custom orders start at 100 pieces - just email us for more info.

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Get it with free shipping from our website or on Amazon using the links below!

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2. Chemistry and Microbiology Word Magnets for the fridge or fume hood

Science-themed gifts are rarely as entertaining and enduring as our  science-themed word magnet sets ! We recently launched these to encourage creativity and self-expression in labs, classrooms and offices. Each specialty pack comes with 144 tiles carefully designed by a PhD in that field for technical accuracy and tacit absurdity.

The  Chemistry Word Magnet set  was designed with help from professional chemists and chemistry teachers, who chose words to make it both science-y and humorous. Combine it with the  Microbiology Word Magnet set  for a customized creative experience for biochemists. These are just plain fun!

Also now available on Amazon .

3. Covalence: A Molecule Building Chemistry Card Game

Did you know that chemistry card games exist? Of course they do! This nerdy game lets you build organic chemistry molecules using elements on the periodic table. But it's not as easy as it sounds. There's cooperative strategies that will engage and enrage adult players but it's easy enough for high school students to pick up and learn basic chemistry!  

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4. Rocketbook Matrix cloud-connected reusable paper notebook

This is my favorite clever invention. It was inevitable.   Rocketbook   finally solved the problem of merging your hand-written notes into your favorite digital services. You simply use their app to take a photo of your pages of notes and the QR code and marked symbols on each page trigger the app to send the digitized page to any of the 9 pre-set digital destinations you choose. This includes OneNote, Evernote, Google Drive, Dropbox and even specific emails. Want a shortcut to send notes via email straight to your colleague or boss? This is what you’re looking for.

The   Rocketbook Matrix   is my personal favorite because it's designed for more technical work. It's got 30 pages of graphing paper and one regular lined page for taking notes, plus a built-in ruler on the inside cover. Did I mention they are resuable? Use their " Pilot Frixion " pens and then wipe the page with a damp cloth after uploading your notes to use it all over again (and win one for the environment!). 

If it's sold out   on their website   (it's very popular) - you can also get it   on Amazon .

5. Periodic Table of Elements Lanyard

Take your lanyard to the next level with this colorful and fun element theme! The lanyard's black background lets the periodic table of elements pop on each side. It's a little sciencey splash for your next conference or keeping your badge safe around the office.

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6. Pipette Ninja or Marie Curie stickers

Are they a pipette ninja? Someone who deftly transfers precise volumes of liquids to and from a chemical reaction? Designate them an official Pipette Ninja with our  Pipette Ninja sticker !

Marie Curie was a Nobel prize-winning chemist (and physicist) who shattered the glass ceiling and stayed true to her passions for scientific discovery. This  Marie Curie silhouette sticker  coveys a cute but meaningful message - "Stay Curie-ous" in honor of her life and mission. 

Both of these are perfect gifts under $5 for adding to a biochemistry student's laptop, thermos or notebook!

7. Louis Pasteur Wine Quote Canvas

Biochemists are some of the biggest sommeliers I know. Maybe because wine is made by fermentation, one of the first biochemistry reactions ever mastered by humans. This little 5x7 inch canvas by renowned biochemist Louis Pasteur is usually hung near a desk or is thick enough to stand upright on its own. 

8. DIY Gin-making kit of Craft Beer kit

If wine isn't their first choice, biochemists also have a reputation for being fascinated by gins and homebrewing. Nearly every one I've known either wanted to open their own brewery or distillery, and some universities even often elective classes on alcohol production. It's a fun way to use their extensive training!

If your biochemist enjoys craft beverages, one of these kits is an excellent way to open a door to something they could one day turn into their life's passion. My favorite kits are this  gin-making kit  and this  amber ale brew kit .

9. Biochemist pin by Science On A Postcard

This "Biochemist" pin is created by Science On A Postcard for scientists to proudly wear to "spark conversations between those who love science, and those who haven't discovered it yet." We have them available in our store for USA shipping , or you're in Europe you're better off grabbing it straight from their store .

10. Periodic Table Scarf

Biochemists are surely big chemistry nerds and women in biochemistry love to geek out over chemistry fashion like this  periodic table-themed scarf . It's made of 100% polyester and is silky and comfy to wear. Aside from fashion, it’s a practical gift to help keep them warm in cold weather.

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11. Lab Coat Pocket Protector

Biochemists fuse two difficult skill sets - biology and chemistry - and need a wide array of tools at hand to keep up with them. But how do you organize them all at arm’s reach? The venerable Pocket Protector became a cultural icon in the 1960's and 1970's, but somewhere along the way the newer generation of STEM researchers forgot about them. Biochemists need these back in their labs to stay organized, stay efficient, protect their work clothes, and finish their experiments without being late to lunch. So we researched and tested every type ever made to methodically solve each problem and come up with this refreshed design . Available in spruce green, sapphire blue, and faded pink - the top 3 colors voted on by our fans! You can even get it from our Amazon page if that's easier.

12. Chemistry Molecules Coffee Mug

Who doesn't enjoy a cup of coffee? Biochemists often work long hours, especially in research laboratories. This  Greenline Goods’ beaker mug , which features a diagram of the molecules found in coffee, is the ideal way for a science nerd to start the day. It's the perfect gift for a coffee aficionado, as well as an effective item to remind them of their passion for science at home.

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13.    Best books for biochemists to read for pleasure (not textbooks!)

Biochemists spend a ton of time reading textbooks and journal articles. It’s important to occasionally break that cycle and dive into a book for pleasure. Below are a few of our favorite science-related books that will be an enjoyable read for a biochemist.

Culinary Reactions: The Everyday Chemistry of Cooking

              This book finally made cooking enjoyable for me. It's always been one of those imprecise arts where you just follow the directions and hope to get it about right. As a scientist, understanding what I'm doing is paramount. This cookbook walks you through the chemistry behind your every-day cooking recipes so you can make adjustments and improvements by logic, not guesswork! Any biochemist would love to have this book to apply their advanced knowledge of chemistry to something they do every day.

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The Drunken Botanist

              This is a favorite book of scientists who share a love for the diverse world of booze. It focuses on the sometimes exotic or mundane plants used to create the world's beverages and the biological and chemical processes involved in the transition. Any biochemist with an interest in this subject would love this book and be armed with fun facts and in-depth knowledge of everything they sip on. 

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If the person you have in mind is also a graduate student, take a look at our new  list of The Best Books to Make You a Better Grad Student .

14. Biochemistry Gift Bundle

If you can't decide by now, I can still help! Consider this decision made. I put together a  Biochemistry  Gift Bundle  just to make it easy for you. It includes the Pocket tool and Word Magnets from above, plus a few fun science stickers. You'll save over 20% by bundling them together, so consider this decision made!

• Chemistry Word Magnets
• Science Basics Word Magnets
• Starter Word Magnets (144 tiles of connector words)
• The Pocket Chemist Organic Chemistry Stencil (Homework Edition)
• The Pocket Chemist Organic Chemistry Stencil (Exam Edition)
• Pipette Ninja sticker
• Science is for Everyone sticker
• Stay Curie-ous Marie Curie sticker

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

What's a good gift for a biochemist.

Biochemists are hard to buy gifts for. This list will help!

• The Pocket Chemist
• Chemistry and Microbiology Word Magnets
• Covalence Chemistry Card Game
• Rocketbook Matrix cloud-connected reusable paper notebook
• DIY  Gin Kit  or  Craft Beer Kit
• Chemistry of Cooking book 
• Periodic Table Scarf
• Pocket Protector for lab coats
• Chemistry Molecules Coffee Mug

What should you get a biochemistry student?

Any biochemistry student is going through a challenging course load. The most appreciated gift would be  The Pocket Chemist , which can help them get through homework faster and turn in spectacularly neat chemical reactions! It's basically a pocket tool for chemistry and biochemistry students. 

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Anne Hathaway recalls having to make out with 10 different guys during ‘gross’ chemistry tests in the 2000s

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“The Idea of You” star Anne Hathaway recalled having to make out with 10 different guys during “gross” chemistry tests in the early 2000s.

In  a new interview with V Magazine, the Oscar winner reflected on her early days in the business and how she felt the need to go along with questionable practices if she wanted to work.

“Back in the 2000s — and this did happen to me — it was considered normal to ask an actor to make out with other actors to test for chemistry, which is actually the worst way to do it,” Hathaway, 41, said.

“I was told, ‘We have 10 guys coming today and you’re cast. Aren’t you excited to make out with all of them?’” she recalled. “And I thought, ‘Is there something wrong with me?’ because I wasn’t excited. I thought it sounded gross.”

Hathway said she was “terribly aware how easy it was to lose everything by being labeled ‘difficult'” despite being “so young.”

“So I just pretended I was excited and got on with it,” she continued.

The “Princess Diaries” star, who didn’t cite any movies by name, noted that that was just how things worked back then.

“It wasn’t a power play, no one was trying to be awful or hurt me,” she said. “It was just a very different time and now we know better.”

Fast forward a few decades and now Hathaway is starring and producing her new film, “The Idea of You” — meaning she had a say in how the casting process worked.

In the film, Hathaway plays a single mother in her 40s who falls in love with a much younger male singer. However, the “Devil Wears Prada” star said she didn’t need to kiss a bunch of 20-something-year-old men to find her perfect co-star.

Instead of swapping spit, the actress asked each auditioning actor to sing a song they felt the characters “would love.”

“[A song] that they would put on to get my character to dance, and then we’d do a short little improv,” she explained. “I was sitting in a chair like we had come in from dinner or a walk or something, we pressed play, and we just started dancing together.”

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Ultimately, Nicholas Galitzine landed the role after choosing a song by The Alabama Shakes that immediately got Hathaway up and dancing.

“We had met a number of young men already, but I remember laughing when Nick walked in because he was so ridiculously perfect for the part,” she recalled. “I just thought, he is it,” 

The  trailer  for the upcoming movie, based on the bestselling book by Robinne Lee, came out last month and quickly became a hot topic of conversation.

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While some viewers were disturbed by the fake couple’s 14-year age gap, others —  including Whoopi Goldberg — were all for it.

On an episode of “The View,” Goldberg called out people who  labeled Hathaway’s character “disgusting,” arguing that the storyline is nothing “new” and we see men dating much younger women all the time.

“What is the problem?! If you don’t wanna see the movie, don’t see the movie! Stop bitching about it!” Goldberg said.

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