Ahmed Mohamed: Funding Fuels Science
Funding is a fundamental aspect of research and as important as research itself. One of them cannot go without the other. Often, researchers struggle to continue their work and apply their ideas due to lack of money. Securing funding for academic research and pursuing a doctorate degree is often one of the most daunting challenges […]
Andrius Penkauskas: Variance is the key
A few years ago, as I began my PhD journey, I wrote a blog post illustrating the multidisciplinary approach I embrace, starting with a Japanese proverb. Little did I know that this path would eventually bring me to Japan. This extraordinary experience prompts me to revisit and discuss with you the significance of multidisciplinarity once […]
Catherine Kayonga: Benefits of field visits for researchers: Own reflections
Recently, I had a field visit to four institutions, and I must say it was an invaluable experience. As researchers, most of our time is spent doing data analysis, literature review and writing which happens on computer screens in our offices. So, this in person experience at these organisations provided for me a connection to […]
Kanishka: Dream until your dreams come true!
Hi, I am Kanishka, from India, currently pursuing a PhD from the A.I. Virtanen Institute for Molecular Sciences, University of Eastern Finland. The idea of pursuing a PhD abroad never crossed my mind; it still feels like a distant dream! Throughout my school days, the professions that were highly hyped were either becoming a medical […]
Meheli Banerjee: Neuroscience Chronicles: A diary of my first big conference as a PhD researcher, SFN Neuroscience 2023
In the chilly embrace of November in Finland, I found myself glued to my computer screen, putting the finishing touches on my 160×120 cm SFN Neuroscience 2023 poster. Society for Neuroscience (SFN) has been playing a critical role in navigating the neuroscientific world and has had a great influence on it for more than half […]
Aidan Mason-Mackay: A physicist’s journey to the Neuro-Innovation Phd Programme
My name is Aidan, and I am a new Neuro-Innovation PhD researcher, originally from New Zealand. I’m a physicist, and my PhD will focus on the development of brain imaging techniques to help us better understand how memories are formed. My passion for physics was sparked by my brilliant high school teachers, who encouraged me […]
Catherine Kayonga: From Different Disciplines to One Vision: My Multidisciplinary Hackathon Experience
Never in my lifetime would I ever have thought of being part of a hackathon, first and most importantly, because I was oblivious to what a hackathon entailed. However, being a part of the Neuro-Innovation PhD programme, I was granted an opportunity to participate in the NeuroChallenge2023 hackathon with a multi-disciplinary team. Our aim was […]
16.5.2023: Meheli Banerjee: Inside DPMM Winter School: A Glimpse into the Exciting World of Research and Collaboration
Meheli Banerjee: Inside DPMM Winter School: A Glimpse into the Exciting World of Research and Collaboration Joining the Neuro-Innovation programme to conduct research on RNA in the brain evidently meant that I would also be a part of University of Eastern Finland’s Doctoral Programme in Molecular Medicine (DPMM). Along with many other perks of this […]
25.4.2023: Ahmed Mohamed: Glancing Back, Moving Forward: My Journey as an International Researcher in Finland
Ahmed Mohamed: Glancing Back, Moving Forward: My Journey as an International Researcher in Finland The decision to move to a new country for work can be a daunting one, but it is also an exciting opportunity to explore new cultures and gain valuable experience. This was the case for me, a young researcher from Egypt […]
21.4.2023: Andrius Penkauskas: How Your Profession Can Shape Your Lifestyle: Insights from a Researcher’s Perspective
Andrius Penkauskas: How Your Profession Can Shape Your Lifestyle: Insights from a Researcher’s Perspective Have you ever considered how your profession can shape your lifestyle? It is common for work-related habits to leak into your personal life, especially in today’s post-pandemic world, where the boundaries between work and private life are blurred. There is an […]