In this episode of the Bioinformatics Lab Podcast, Janina Krumbeck shares her unique journey from Germany to the United States, detailing her academic experiences and the challenges she faced during her PhD program. She discusses the importance of mentorship, the transition from academia to industry, and her current role in the microbiomics team at Zymo Research. Janina emphasizes the value of persistence and finding a fulfilling career path in the biotech industry.