I am a postdoctoral researcher at KU Leuven, Belgium. My research focuses on understanding what causes heart failure and how we can prevent it. At TSB I am part of the podcast editorial team making sure all the talented young researchers sound as good as possible! Outside of science I am a keen writer, amateur tourist, and occaisional cyclist.
Ever wondered what happens within the first five days after conception? What genes are responsible for triggering the first few cell divisions of embryo development? And how can understanding this… Read More »4.8 The first five days of embryo development: the key to IVF success – w/ Rhiannon, Rose & Nina Boskovic
Ever stubbed your toe and questioned reality? Buckle up, because this episode dives deep into the “ouch” that binds us all! Join us as we unravel the mysteries of pain… Read More »4.5 The Anatomy of Agony: Deciphering Pain Perception w/ Katja, Pritakshi & Helena Hartmann
As another productive year is coming to an end, we are reflecting on all the wonderful topics we got to explore. In this episode, Eleanna, Rhiannon, Sujai, and Anastasiia are… Read More »4.4 Our favourite episodes of 2023 – w/ Anastasiia, Eleanna, Rhiannon, & Sujai
Being absorbed in their work, how often do researchers think about transitioning their ideas beyond the scope of the main question? With ubiquitous university campaigns, it’s hard to overlook the… Read More »At the crossroads of research and business | HiLIFE series Ep2 w/ Andrea Ganna & Johan Lundin
Welcome back to the enchanting world of ants! This time, we embark on a journey to unravel the mysteries of how ants adapt to different temperatures. What makes hybrid ants… Read More »4.1 The secrets of ants’ resilience to changing climate – w/ Eleanna, Katja & Beatriz Portinha
Tell us if you are not confused when you scroll your newsfeed or change TV channels and see a whole array of opinions on each and every topic. One example… Read More »Let’s talk about an epidemic of misinformation | Spinoff Episode 5 – w/ Anastasiia & Eleanna
Academia like any other place comes as a package of good and bad traits. Sometimes, however, the frustration from the latter reaches the boiling point. In case of many, people… Read More »Let’s talk about why people run from academia | Spinoff Episode 4 – w/ Anastasiia & Eleanna
Did you know that there are killer electrons in space? No need to panic though, here on the ground you are quite safe! The Earth’s magnetic field and atmosphere shield… Read More »3.25 Killer electrons in space – w/ Eleanna, Tomàs & Harriet George