PubhD Coimbra brings people into what you're talking about

Why did you decide to participate in PubhD Coimbra?

I really like all these events that are related to science communication. I think they are fundamental to filling this gap that we have between what we do in the laboratories and the public's perception. So any type of science communication event interests me a lot and I like to participate in them - I have already participated in other activities of this style. I think it is essential: essential for the enjoyment of science, essential for people to understand a little more about what is being done, and also for people to understand the importance of it. So I think it's essential to have these types of events and it really attracts me.

How was your experience in this edition of PubhD Coimbra?

It was really cool, really cool! Very excited audience, very high spirits! The audience is participatory: I like to look at people too to see how they are reacting. Everyone was reacting really well, it was great. The environment: I like that it's small, so it's very intimate; you feel close to people, I think that's super cool and brings people into what you're talking about.

Would you advise other colleagues to participate?

I definitely think that it's great! I think that in academia, I think there are people who are very withdrawn, and sometimes they can't - they're great researchers but maybe they can't express what they're doing. I think this type of event is very good for them to also be able to [practice]. Because it's wonderful research, and people need to come.

So I think I would definitely recommend it to several of my colleagues, both for their own development - to speak, to have that ease, but also for other people to know the research they are doing, I think it's crucial.