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u/melrom · 3 pointsr/GiftIdeas

My hubby and I were both doing our PhDs at the same time at one point so I totally get the having no life thing. :D

  • Along the lines of the pocket knife, you can search for items like "everyday carry" or "EDC" items -- this includes flashlights, pocket knives, tactical pens, etc. PhD STEM types tend to like practical things. I've found some cool stuff for my hubs this way.
  • Another thing is one of these books: http://phdcomics.com/store/ -- they are collections of comic strips but they're hilarious and super relatable to graduate school. They used to release a calendar every year but looks like they stopped. :(
  • Other non-conventional gifts to consider based on the fact that he's in graduate school and has no time on his hands...
    • Buy a pack of these disposable takeout containers and make frozen pre-prepared meals for him. If he's spending THAT much time in the lab, chances are he isn't eating as great as he should be. I cannot tell you enough how much this would've been appreciated by either of us while we were in graduate school. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0742M47V5/
    • Depending on your geolocation, there are some services that come pick up your laundry on a specific day of the week, do your laundry for you, and then return it, folded, and everything (Wash & Fold services). For reference to what I am talking about, it's similar to this company: https://www.rinse.com/ If you're near a university, there's an increased chance of you having these services nearby. If you got him something like a couple months of this service, it's another thing that is a hassle to keep up with when you're super busy with work but one of those things that has to get done either way.
    • Depending on his eating habits, a grubhub (or similar) gift cert could be good if he orders takeout for either lunches or dinners during the week. https://www.grubhub.com/
    • Spotify or Pandora subscription -- depends on if he enjoys music and what kind of lab he is in (i.e., whether he can play music while working). If he does enjoy music, another option is wireless headphones.
    • Does he drink tea or coffee? There are lots of nerdy mugs out there and you can pair that with some a nice tea assortment or coffee blend. If he does drink it but doesn't tend to make it himself, is there a coffee shop nearby to campus that offer gift certs?
    • If he's working in a wet lab, chances are he can't bring beverages inside with him -- so you might consider a nice new water bottle (https://www.amazon.com/Contigo-AUTOSEAL-Stainless-Bottle-Monaco/dp/B01N7LKY1F/) or a rugged travel mug (https://www.amazon.com/Contigo-AUTOSEAL-Stainless-Steel-Travel/dp/B00HZI5XNO/). The autosealing (hot and cold) ones by Contigo are very popular because they can be used on the go without worrying about leaking. If you have to leave your mug outside of the lab if you don't finish your coffee, you most likely want something that's also covered too.
    • If he writes or takes notes a lot, don't underestimate the power of a really nice pen. Super useful and randomly just brings great joy to us grad school folks. :D
u/sevenmouse · 1 pointr/GiftIdeas

a laser thermometer, great! Kind of nerdy, but totally useful for getting your coffee and lunch heated up to just the right temperature.

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I got one for Christmas a few years ago, I love that thing! How hot does my TV run? Laser thermometer, How hot is my coffee? Laser thermometer. How hot is the guinea pig, laser thermometer, how hot is the wall when it's 95 degrees out? Laser thermometer....plus, it's less than $20

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I also like Plato and the color green. my favorite equation is E=mc2 but I'm still sure they will love the laser thermometer :)

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https://www.amazon.com/Etekcity-Lasergrip-1080-Non-Contact-Thermometer/dp/B00DMI632G/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=laser+thermometer&qid=1562544242&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

u/ToasterMops · 2 pointsr/GiftIdeas

As a 20yo CS student I think I have some insight :p

  1. A nice tech orientated backpack. Perfect in the 100~ range and most people I know have old wreaked packs from like 10 years ago.
    A stylish and tech oriented packs:
    https://www.casecrown.com/product-category/bags/
    I really like their design and they also have some chargers and laptop sleeves
    My personal pack! Really simple and incredibly durable:
    https://www.amazon.com/Samsonite-Xenon-Backpack-Case-Black/dp/B007B5POVC/ref=sr_1_3?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1479458641&sr=1-3&nodeID=9479199011&keywords=samsonite+backpack

  2. Pokemon Sun & Moon or obviously any other video game he may have not bought already. Pokemon cause it just came out :p

  3. Smart watch. Depending on your price range you can go for the lower end Pebble Smartwatch or shell out a little more for a Moto X 360 or someother one. personally i think the Moto looks the best and mine works great

  4. Portable battery packs are always a lifesaver. I like Anker for their quality but Aukey is good too and slightly cheaper.
    https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Portable-Ultra-Compact-High-speed-Charging-Technology/dp/B0194WDVHI/ref=sxts_k2p_hero1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=2668835642&pd_rd_wg=VIyeW&pf_rd_r=8NSHESC1TEGWY0DXKAY2&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B0194WDVHI&pd_rd_w=ujwjL&pf_rd_i=power+pack&pd_rd_r=7TQYSKRPHRPSGAME6FA0&ie=UTF8&qid=1479459204&sr=1
    https://www.amazon.com/Aukey-12000mAh-Portable-Charger-External/dp/B00LSKPLM8/ref=sr_1_9?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1479459258&sr=1-9&keywords=aukey

    Message me if you want specific recommendations cause I know pretty much everything techy :)
u/theasianintheseafoam · 1 pointr/GiftIdeas

if she likes the beach why not like a beach Pack of sorts?? like a bag a hat and a towel?? you can get like customized hats on etsy with like her name on it or something or like a

cute bag:

https://www.amazon.com/Tote-Bag-Rutledge-Designer-Polyester/dp/B07KB9MTYR/ref=sr_1_5?crid=30OEENOFJQNR3&keywords=beach+bag&qid=1563154537&s=gateway&sprefix=beach+%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-5

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hat

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075RPLYJC/ref=twister_B06X3VGTWY?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This one has like a million different variations of sayings for the hats

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towel

https://www.amazon.com/Bazaar-Anatolia-Turkish-Peshtemal-Camping/dp/B07D3B799B/ref=sr_1_84?crid=1GYV9K8AHJ45K&keywords=beach+towel&qid=1563154786&s=gateway&sprefix=beach+towel%2Caps%2C283&sr=8-84

and this is kinda a cool towel that is kinda different from like your typical towel.

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Hope that helps :)

u/both-shoes-off · 1 pointr/GiftIdeas

I'm a programmer. This is my most favorite keyboard I've ever bought. It's mechanical, but the "clickity" is perfect, and low travel (it's 69.99... and 59.99 for the one without the number pad). They list a few options, but the one's that I find great have "Kailh Latest Low Profile Blue Switches". Also the back lighting is really nice.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074QM6F7X/

I don't know what language he's working with, but this book is excellent too. Many of the examples are centered around java/C#, but most concepts apply across many languages. It motivated me to explore further after reading, and to really polish up on my skill set.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0132350882/

u/meyowmeow · 3 pointsr/GiftIdeas

These Night Vision Goggles seem awesome and might feel like xbox come to life?

If he will be driving soon you could always get him an emergency kit for his car or other utility tool that might be helpful.

If he is like a lot of other 15 year olds and is glued to his phone he might like a portable cell phone charger

Another cell phone related OR music related idea would be an app store/itunes gift card for in-game purchases for phone games as well as music

You could also do some nice gaming headphones or perhaps new ear buds or headphones to use with his ipod or phone?

u/puppies6uui · 3 pointsr/GiftIdeas

What about one of the Fujifilm cameras?

Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 - Ice Blue Instant Camera https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WW64YM6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_hKCbAbFT3418Q

I was given cash for my birthday and bought one for myself. I'm 20 and use it all the time. I love having a tangible photo. This would allow your boyfriend and his kids to do something together and give them something to hold onto.