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“Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated.” — Rosalind Franklin
Made possible through the Tremplin Ambassador Award, the MCTRC podcast brings together diverse voices from cancer research and the translational industry. I had the opportunity to pioneer this exciting work, together with Katie Bozek and Caroline Knorn. Each episode explores topics such as fundamental science and translational research, navigating academic pressures, building confidence, pursuing meaningful work, and overcoming internal and external barriers in scientific careers. Listeners gain both practical strategies and authentic encouragement to thrive in their academic or professional journey.
About MCTRC
The McGill Centre for Translational Research in Cancer (MCTRC) is dedicated to bridging fundamental science with clinical application, ensuring that innovative research directly translates into improved cancer treatments and patient outcomes. More exciting initiatives are underway!
I had the wonderful opportunity to participate in the Digital Research Infrastructure-EDIA track of OLS-9, where I received mentorship and training to advance my open science project. My participation was sponsored by the Digital Research Alliance of Canada’s EDIA Champion grant, which supports equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in digital research infrastructure.
About Open Seeds
Open Seeds is the flagship program from Open Life Science (OLS) — a 16-week cohort-based training and mentorship initiative designed to equip participants to become open science ambassadors. Through practical skill-building, community support, and structured mentorship, the program helps individuals develop and lead impactful open science projects.
Resilience in Science
I recently had the opportunity to discuss the importance of resilience in science, highlighting why it has become an essential skill for students, postdocs, and early-career researchers navigating today’s highly competitive and uncertain academic landscape. Drawing on current data, mental-health research, and evidence-based psychological frameworks, the session explored how factors such as workload, job insecurity, publication pressure, and identity challenges impact well-being. The lecture offered practical strategies for building resilience, strengthening future-oriented thinking, and developing a sustainable approach to pursuing a scientific career with clarity, confidence, and long-term growth.
Science on Tap
This community event, hosted by the Montreal Weizmann League, brought people together to explore advances in cancer cures and radiation research in an accessible, engaging setting. The gathering highlighted the power of scientific curiosity to unite and benefit humanity, while offering attendees the opportunity to learn directly from experts. I was grateful to contribute as a McGill cancer researcher and Weizmann alumna, alongside the League Chairs who worked tirelessly to create such a meaningful and inspiring evening.
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