In this episode, host Egle Dieninyte sits down with Gianluca Ianiro, a gastroenterologist and academic researcher, to explore the essentials of a successful academic career. Gianluca shares his guiding principles: enjoying the research process, pursuing it with passion, and ensuring fairness in collaboration and authorship. Tune in to hear valuable insights on staying passionate, building networks, and making meaningful contributions to research. A must-listen for anyone navigating the academic world!