In this episode of the Lights Too Bright Pod, Dr. Sonia Trave Huarte shares her journey in optometry, focusing on dry eye research and her experiences in academia. She discusses her early inspirations, the impact of the Erasmus Plus program on her career, and the transition from working with children to specializing in ocular surface disease. Dr. Huarte also provides insights into the PhD process, the balance between research and clinical practice, and emphasizes the importance of curiosity in driving one's career forward.