Hi everyone! I’m Hannah Waterman, PhD, a metabolic physiologist and postdoctoral associate in academic research. Welcome to the very first episode of The Metabolism Lab.

I created this platform because I believe metabolism and physiology should not feel intimidating or inaccessible. There is an incredible amount of important science out there, yet many students, trainees, and members of the public are left unsure how to interpret research or whether they can trust evidence-based findings at all. That disconnect fuels skepticism, creates distance from science, and often leaves people feeling like they do not belong in the scientific process.

In this episode, I share why I started The Metabolism Lab, who this space is for, and what you can expect moving forward. This will be a place where we talk about science in a way that is rigorous but understandable, while also being honest about what life in research actually looks like. We will explore careers in science, talk through the realities of college and graduate training, unpack the skills scientists develop along the way, and have open conversations about time management, uncertainty, and the human side of academic life.

This platform is for curious learners, for students navigating their next steps, for early career researchers finding their footing, and for anyone who wants a better understanding of how the body works and how science is done.

My goal is to bridge the gap between research and education, spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster trust in credible science while keeping humanity at the center of it all.

Thank you for being here at the very beginning ✨

_________

Disclaimer: The Metabolism Lab is an independent science communication and education platform. All views expressed are my own or those of my guests and do not represent affiliated institutions. Content is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice.

themetabolismlab.com