Alice Cunha da Silva from the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro has won the first place in the World Nuclear University’s (WNU) Nuclear Olympiad. The award ceremony was hosted by the IAEA during the Agency’s annual General Conference. Alice’s research focused on the further use and development of medical radioisotopes. She spoke to the IAEA’s Steve Thachet about her studies and ways to encourage young people, especially women, to embark on a career in science.