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In this new episode titled "Building a Career Out of Making Science Fun", I sit down with the ever-enthusiastic Elodie Chabrol to dive into the world of science communication. During our conversation, Elodie shares her inspiring journey from a traditional research career to becoming a full-time freelance science communicator.Throughout our conversation, Elodie talks about the challenges and rewards of her career shift and about her overarching goal of countering misinformation through effective science communication. Join us for this energetic conversation and discover how science can be both enlightening and entertaining while bridging the gap between scientific communities and the general public.



Elodie Chabrol has a PhD in Neurogenetics and is the international director for the Pint of Science festival. She is also a freelance science communicator involved in different freelance projects like training, moderations and podcasts.Elodie's mission is to make science accessible to everyone, everywhere show the human side of it.

What we covered in the interview:

Transforming Science Communication: Discover how Elodie has contributed to making science fun and relatable for non-specialist audiences.Pint of Science Festival: Learn about the international festival that brings science to local pubs, offering a relaxed, interactive environment for exchanges with the people behind the research.Inspiring Young Researchers: Elodie discusses how taking part in science communication events helps budding scientists communicate their research effectively and think outside their academic box.Personal Insights: Hear anecdotes from Elodie's journey, including how science communication helped her redefine her identity and broaden her professional horizons.🔗See the resources section below for links!

This episode’s resources:

Website: www.elodiechabrol.com/Twitter: @eloscicomm 

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Bienvenue dans ce nouvel épisode d'Au-delà de la thèse avec Papa PhD intitulé "Vulgarisation : de la recherche à l’entreprenariat" ! Dans cette entrevue avec Manon Fantino-Lalonde je discute de la vulgarisation scientifique et de son lien avec l'entrepreneuriat scientifique.Au fil de notre conversation, Manon partage son parcours, de son passage par la compétition sportive en France à sa passion pour la nutrition. Ensemble, nous avons a tracé des liens entre la diversité des pratiques et des routines nécessaires à la performance de haut niveau en ski alpin et son approche multidisciplinaire en recherche et en entrepernariat.Une conversation inspirante à ne pas manquer !



Après avoir terminé un premier diplôme en diététique en France, Manon a poursuivi ses études à la Faculté de médecine de lUniversité de Montréal en obtenant un baccalauréat, puis une maîtrise en nutrition. Elle est nutritionniste et membre de l'Ordre professionnel des diététistes du Québec (ODNQ) depuis 2019. Actuellement en deuxième année de doctorat à l'Université McGill, ses recherches visent à mieux comprendre le rôle des facteurs génétiques et environnementaux sur les comportements alimentaires et le risque de maladies cardiométaboliques. Elle a eu l'occasion de présenter une partie de ses recherches lors de la finale de "Ma thèse en 180 secondes" de McGill, où elle a remporté le premier prix dans la catégorie francophone.

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De l'importance de profiter de tous les services que vous offre votre université pour enrichir votre parcours académique.De la complémentarité entre la recherche académique et l'entrepreneuriat.De de l'effet de levier qu'apporte la vulgarisation à différents plans de votre vie de jeune scientifique.De la vision de Manon pour les années à venir, au plan de la recherche et au plan entreprenarial.Tu aimes Papa PhD ? Laisse-moi un commentaire > ici - une courte phrase suffit ! Et inclus ton identifiant Twitter – comme ça je pourrai te remercier personnellement !

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Storytelling is not just a tool for entertainment; it is a powerful medium for communicating complex ideas in a relatable and impactful manner. In this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, Dr. Leslie Berntsen highlights why leveraging science communication is important, as a PhD, and how embedding your results within personal stories makes science more accessible and engaging to the general public. Adding this human touch to how we talk about science allows us to bridge the gap between the scientific community and non-academic audiences.



Dr. Leslie Berntsen is a social scientist, once-and-former college professor, and the current Director of Education and Research at The Story Collider. She specializes in inclusive pedagogy, teaching social issues, and popular science communication and is the recipient of four national teaching awards from the Society for the Teaching of Psychology and the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues over a seven year period. (She tries to remain as chill about this as a person possibly can.) Leslie’s writing has been featured in The Chronicle of Higher Education, Science, and The Huffington Post, and you can also find the earliest drafts of her forthcoming op-eds on Twitter – which she will stubbornly continue to use until the very last server crashes. Her high school debate team once named her “Most Likely to Color-Code Her Plans to Grassroots Resistance” and she has – with no effort required – been living up to it ever since.

What we covered in the interview:

The Human Side of Science: Through her work with Story Collider, Leslie aims to highlight the human side of science by tying it to personal experiences and real-life scenarios.Career Development through Storytelling: Leslie sheds light on the value of introspection and self-awareness in developing character and career skills. Whether it is for job interviews, academic presentations, or grant applications, storytelling can be a powerful arrow in a young researcher's quiver.Story Fellows Programs: Story Collider fosters initiatives that encourage university students to use storytelling for public scholarship and science communication. These programs involve workshops where participants craft and present their science-related stories on stage.🔗See the resources section below for links!

This episode’s resources:

3 Story Collider storiesNina Christie (harm reduction researcher with a very personal connection to the work)Jaclyn Siegel (anorexia researcher dealing with her own anorexia)Rebecca Brachman (accidentally injected herself with diptheria toxin)Papers on the effects of jargon in science papersThe negative effects of jargon on readers' interest for science and scientific fluency – Shulman et al., 2020 ; Bullock et al., 2019The negative effect of jargon in paper titles on citation – Martinez et al., 2021Leslie's socialsWebsite: leslie-bern.com/contactTwitter: @leslie_bern Carrier pigeon sent to her home 🕊️The Story ColliderListen to the podcastAttend a live show in any of the Home Stage citiesLearn more about their educational programming + plot with them to help bring a STEM storytelling fellowship program to your university: workshops@storycollider.org 

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This week on Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, I am bringing you a listener favorite about the imposter phenomenon in academia and beyond – my Season 4 conversation with Marc Reid, PhD, author of You Are Not a Fraud - A Scientist's Guide to the Imposter Phenomenon.Imposter feelings are ubiquitous in graduate school and throughout your career, especially after pivots into a new position or a new space.Marc has put a lot of thought into this question and I am super grateful he could come on the show and share his experience dealing with imposter feelings in his own life as a young researcher and what drove him to write a book on the subject.Also, I'd love to get to know you better! If you have 2 minutes, please fill out the Papa PhD listener survey by clicking on this link.  Donate to the show and Support this podcast.Marc was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland.He completed his Masters and Carnegie Trust-sponsored PhD in Chemistry at the University of Strathclyde. Marc was then a postdoctoral research associate at the University of Edinburgh. During that time, he was inducted into the SciFinder Future Leaders in Chemistry programme.Marc’s independent academic career has been fuelled by prestigious Leverhulme Trust and UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships. He has held lecturing positions at the University of Bristol and the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship. In 2021, Marc completed the altMBA.His research interests include physical organic chemistry, computer vision, virtual reality, process safety, and the Imposter Phenomenon.He lives with his wife, two kids, and border terrier in 'sunny' Glasgow.

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This episode’s resources:

Marc Reid | LinkedinMarc Reid | FacebookYou Are Not a Fraud | Get Marc's bookMarc’s list of failures wouldn’t fit on a short biography (see: https://www.dr-marc-reid.com/cv-of-failures).



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Natalia Bielczyk – Figuring Out Where You Fit in the Job Market as a PhDAs always, if you find value in Papa PhD and in the content I bring you every week and if you're not a nerd like me and don't want to delve into Podcast 2.0, click on one of the buttons below and send some of that value back to me by becoming a supporter on Patreon or by buying me a coffee :)



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In this week's episode of Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, I sat down with the Dominique Louër, a 4th-year PhD candidate at McGill University. Dominique shared her journey as a first-gen graduate student overcoming multiple challenges, from losing a supervisor to facing down imposter syndrome. Despite the hurdles she faced, Dominique championed a passion for neurolinguistics and clinched victory at the recent McGill 3MT final. Her resilience and the importance of mentorship and community in navigating academia shone through her story and will be an inspiration to you. Join us to hear Dominique's invaluable insights on pushing past adversity and thriving in pursuit of academic and personal growth!



Dominique is a fourth-year PhD candidate in Communication Sciences and Disorders at McGill University, specializing in neurolinguistics. Her research explores the intersection of bilingualism, brain function, and aging. She completed her undergraduate studies in linguistics at the University of Winnipeg and went on to earn two master’s degrees at the University of Waterloo in linguistics and psychology, respectively. Drawing from her multidisciplinary background in linguistics and psychology, she advocates for holistic aging solutions, emphasizing the importance of factors like bilingualism in maintaining cognitive health. In her spare time, Dominique enjoys spending time outside, drinking overpriced lattes with friends, and bouldering.

What we covered in the interview:

Resilience in Adversity: Dominique opens up about negative feedback in her early educational experiences, her battle with an autoimmune disease post-COVID-19, and a challenging  change of supervisor mid-PhD.Passion as a Driving Force: Despite hurdles, her love for research and he passion for exploring the intersections of bilingualism, brain function, and aging keeps her driven. Dominique's determination to contribute holistic solutions to aging and cognitive health fuels her motivation.A Positive Mindset: Dominique recently won a 3-minute thesis competition, exemplifying her ability to effectively communicate complex scientific ideas. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance and positive outlook.🔗See the resources section below for links!

This episode’s resources:

Dominique Louër | Twitter

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This week on Beyond the Thesis With Papa PhD, I'm thrilled to welcome Don Martin, an expert in graduate enrollment and the founder of Grad School Roadmap. In this episode, Don shares his personal journey from being the first in his peer group to attend college and graduate school to helping others overcome the hurdles of graduate program applications. We delve into the nuances of the graduate admissions process, emphasizing the importance of interpersonal skills, of good recommendation letters, and also why academic credentials aren't the only predictor of success.Join us as we explore why pursuing a PhD depends on more than mere academic achievements and learn how to find the right graduate program that aligns with both your educational and personal aspirations. And stay tuned for the giveaway of five copies of Don Martin's book - Roadmap for Graduate School!



Don Martin spent 28 years in full-time enrollment management, including positions at Columbia, University of Chicago and Northwestern University. He founded Grad School Road Map in 2008 and has coached over 400 Ph.D. applicants since then, with a 97% acceptance rate.

What we covered in the interview:

The Power of Soft Skills: Don emphasizes the critical role of interpersonal relationships, communication skills, and trust in evaluating a candidate's potential, revealing how these factors can often weigh as heavily as academic credentials.Diversity in Graduate Admissions: Don shares inspiring stories of applicants who, despite not fitting the high academic achiever stereotype, have excelled in their fields.Advice for International Students: For international candidates, Don underscores the importance of doing thorough research on graduate programs, focusing on accreditation, community fit, and personal interactions over mere rankings.Navigating Challenges: We discussed the hurdles faced by minorities and underrepresented groups, and explored strategies to boost self-belief and persistence in pursuing advanced degrees.Don's Personal Journey: From being the first in his family to attend college to guiding prospective grad students, Don's personal mission is deeply rooted in his own educational challenges and triumphs, making his advice not only practical but also empathetic.????See the resources section below for links!

This episode’s resources:

Don Martin | WebsiteRoadmap for Graduate School | Book

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