ESWI Airborne's Podcast
In this educational podcast series, our host Clare Taylor talks with the members and partners of ESWI, the European Scientific Working Group on Influenza about their work with acute respiratory viruses such as influenza, sars-CoV-2 and RSV. Clare unearths career choices and paths discovering what brought these distinguished members to become experts in their respective fields. As listeners, we get acquainted with the fascinating world of viruses while she asks thought-provoking questions on issues ranging from how to keep viruses at bay, how vaccines work, why vaccination is important to certain risk groups, how to tackle fake news, and much, much more. This podcast series is adapted to the level of interest of healthcare professionals, patients belonging to risk groups, policy-makers and the public at large. Its purpose is to convey the thoughts and points of view of our guest speakers. Its purpose is not to provide specific medical advice to individuals or substitute consultation with medical practitioners.
ESWI Airborne's Podcast
Life as a scientist: Essential skills and career prospects for early career scientists
Welcome to ESWI Airborne, the podcast of the European Scientific Working Group on Influenza. In this episode, we explore essential skills and career prospects for early career scientists as part of our three-part series on life as a scientist.
Joining me are three remarkable guests:
Meral Akcay, a global influenza expert and former ESWI board member, who discusses her transition from academia to the pharmaceutical industry and the key skills that have propelled her career.
Lucy Mosscrop, a passionate science enthusiast and PhD candidate at Imperial College London, focusing on RSV research. Lucy shares her aspirations and the valuable skills she has found beneficial throughout her journey.
Marco Goeijenbier, an ESWI board member and clinician with a dynamic career in research, who emphasizes the importance of curiosity and mentorship in navigating the competitive landscape of scientific careers.
Together, we’ll delve into their unique journeys, the challenges they face, and the advice they offer to those just starting out in science. Whether you're a budding scientist or simply curious about the field, this episode provides a wealth of knowledge to guide you on your professional path.
