The PhD Pod

When humans develop a new therapy to fight potentially dangerous bacteria, they, in turn, might be able to generate new strategies to counteract our medicines. Maria explains how the evolution of the bacterial defence mechanisms occurs and how much we should worry about. In the second part of the interview, she describes her transition from a well established laboratory research job in the private sector to a PhD in academia.

This episode has been hosted by Jacopo Munaretto and Louise Morlot. The PhDPod production is by Miriam Beyers, Louise Morlot and Jacopo Munaretto and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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What are the possible applications of language models (such as the famous chatGPT)? In this episode, Antonia talks us through how text documents can be “mined” by machine learning algorithms, the ethical consideration of their use, and how analysing language can reveal medical insights for some brain conditions. Additionally, she tells us her involvement in a collective that communicates science via comedy shows (warning: deadpan jokes included!).

This episode has been hosted by Jacopo Munaretto and  Miriam Beyers. The PhDPod production is by Louise Morlot, Miriam Beyers and Jacopo Munaretto and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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Cellulose is used everywhere today, from textile to food production, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Divya explains how we can make cellulose in a sustainable way from microbes by using ocean water instead of fresh water, the scientific challenges of this production and the socio-economics aspects of her project. We also discuss work-life balance as a PhD student, how to maintain it and what to do if one loses this balance. 

This episode has been hosted by Jacopo Munaretto and Louise Morlot. The PhDPod production is by Miriam Beyers, Louise Morlot and Jacopo Munaretto and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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What are microplastics and nanoplastics and what are their effects on our bodies? In this episode, Ida tells us about her research on these plastics, the ways they can be degraded and how to evaluate the risk they cause for our environment and our health. We also talk about Ida’s reflections on the gender gap in academic research and her involvement with WiES at DTU. Finally, we discuss Ida’s experience with parenthood during her PhD, the challenges she had to overcome and how being a parent helps her keep a work-life balance. 

This episode has been hosted by Jacopo Munaretto and Miriam Beyers. The PhDPod production is by Louise Morlot, Jacopo Munaretto and Miriam Beyers, and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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In this episode, Lisbeth tells us about her research on osteoporosis and how certain medications can be used to rebuild the bone. What are the effects of these medications on the cells inside the bone? And how can these treatments be improved? We also talk about her path to research and how she decided to start a PhD after her professional career as a traveling agent.

This episode has been hosted by Louise Morlot and Miriam Beyers. The PhDPod production is by Jacopo Munaretto, Louise Morlot and Miriam Beyers, and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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Why involve the general public in academic research? And if so, how can they be involved in meaningful ways? 

In this episode, Lauge tells us about his research on public involvement in research. Lauge explores how barriers can be removed and how the experience for both citizens and researchers can be improved. We also talk about Lauge’s personal journey to a PhD and how he sees it as a singular experience rather than a career path necessarily leading up to academia.

This episode has been hosted by Miriam Beyers and Louise Morlot. The PhDPod production is by Jacopo Munaretto, Louise Morlot and Miriam Beyers, and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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How do human cells administer and organise the proteins they produce? In this episode, recorded in November 2024, Javier tells us about his research with human proteins and how their lifespan, their location and even their function is influenced by a peculiar protein: ubiquitin. We also talk about the importance of activism in academia, and how students and researchers can make their voices heard.

This episode has been hosted by Jacopo Munaretto and Louise Morlot. The PhDPod production is by Miriam Beyers, Louise Morlot and Jacopo Munaretto, and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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What is wastewater treatment, and how can we make it better? In this episode, Francisca tells us about her research on wastewater treatment and how heat is recovered from it. She also shares her experience as an industrial PhD student, what her everyday looks like and why she thinks it is the best of two worlds.

Francisca on Linkedin

This episode has been hosted by Miriam Beyers and Louise Morlot. The PhDPod production is by Miriam Beyers, Louise Morlot and Jacopo Munaretto and editing is by Davide Visintainer. 

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What does digitalisation mean for EU-border policy? Together with our guest Clemens we try to dissect EU-policy, explore the complexities of border management and talk about the challenges and rewards of pursuing a Postdoc position in today's world.

Clemens on Bluesky 

This episode has been hosted by  Sebastian Zastruzny and Johanna Einsiedler. Editing and production by Franceen Eshun-Wilson and Davide Visintainer.

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From “zapping” brains with light to juggling PhD life with startup vibes: In this episode Maibritt gives us insights into the research frontier in Alzheimer and shares her experience as an industrial PhD in growing startup.

This episode has been hosted by  Sebastian Zastruzny and Johanna Einsiedler. Editing and production by Franceen Eshun-Wilson and Davide Visintainer.

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