PhD student in Economics. My research focuses on trade policy, inequality and development economics, but I am enthusiastic about learning new things in almost any field! In my free time I enjoy hiking and spending time in the nature, reading fiction and volunteering with scouts. If you have an hour, ask me about my dog.
Why do some articles feel effortless to read while others lose us halfway through? The answer is often pacing. This article explores how science communicators can use structure, tension, sentence rhythm, and paragraphing to guide readers through complex ideas without overwhelming them. Learn practical techniques to keep your audience engaged from the first sentence to the last.
The career path after a PhD can look very different from person to person. This personal story gives you some insights into careers in the industry and in academia, and switching between these sectors.
Science is one of the most misunderstood human endeavors. In this article, Maha explores the myths surrounding research to reveal what it truly looks like: messy, uncertain, collaborative, and quietly powerful. Through her personal experience and real-world examples, she shows us why the greatest strength isn’t having all the answers—but never stopping the search for better questions.
The best beginnings don’t lecture; they captivate. If you’re unsure how to do that, you’re not alone. Here, we adapt creative writing tools to science communication, showing you how to mix clarity with intrigue and build openings that make readers want to follow you anywhere.
Thinking of pursuing a PhD? Want to know what it’s really like? In this piece, Vinaya busts the obvious myths about a PhD and summarises the experiences of PhD students.
Ever since its development 10,000 years ago, demands on agriculture have been increasing. Can the latest AI technologies finally put an end to hunger around the world? Find out in our article exploring the promise and challenges of precision agriculture.
Take a closer look at the risk factors, onset and progression of migraines, a condition twice as common in women than in men. We will also discuss the unique and terrifying experiences of migraine aura, a neurological phenomenon that also affects contraception use.
Sex and gender, two terms that might seem straightforward but are actually very complicated in themselves. This article explores the complexity and intersection of sex and gender in individuals with differences of sex development.
Legal and pharmaceutical developments have hugely enhanced women’s reproductive freedom, but concerns persist about the health risks and limitations of typical oestrogen-based contraceptives. From blood clotting to persistent STD transmission, read on to discover what aspects of birth control still need improvement.
Medical research and practice have historically focused on male physiology, leading to significant gaps in understanding the female body and the potential sex-specific differences in disease presentation and response to treatments. It is important to address and rectify the resulting biases in disease diagnostics and management, and “sex-sensitive medicine” provides a pioneering framework to do so.