For this new episode of Under the Lab Coat, we meet Fernando Garcia, an agronomist famously known as "Dr. Banana."

On the menu of this episode: bananas, Panama disease, bonsai, science communication, action figures, and cooking with bananas!

In this episode, Fernando shares his journey from Colombia to the Netherlands and discusses his role in banana breeding and combating the devastating Panama disease. He also dives into his passion for science communication, bonsai cultivation, and his love for action figures. Fernando’s story weaves together his early interest in plants with his dedication to developing disease-resistant banana varieties and making science accessible.

To follow Fernando and his adventures in the world of bananas, action figures, and bonsai:

• Twitter/X: https://x.com/DrBananaGarcia

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbananagarcia/

• YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjuJSgjgUf7drFku0IWaj_g

• Bananatoons (his drawing account): https://www.instagram.com/ferchuckytoons/

  
  

To know more about his research :

Forbes article / BBC interview / Business insider article / Wall street journal /The naked scientist interview

One link to find everything you need about Fernando

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Logo : Marie / La boite à Curiosité

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For this new episode of Under the Lab Coat, we will meet Francesca Fragkoudi, an astrophysicist at the University of Durham.

In this episode, Francesca shares her journey from Cyprus to Durham, her research on galaxies and dark matter, and how she uses astronomy as a tool for peace and education. She also discusses her passion for science communication and her life beyond academic research.

On the menu of this episode: galaxies, science communication, astonomy for peace, roller derby, cats, cosmic calendar and more!

In this episode, Francesca dives into:

- Theoretical astrophysics and dark matter

- Science communication and the Columba - Hypatia project

- Balancing research and personal life

- The role of women in STEM

- Hobbies like roller derby, running and spending time with her cats

To follow Francesca's journey and topics we discusted, check out these links:

- Twitter/X https://x.com/astro_francesca / Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesca-fragkoudi/

- Her website https://www.francescafragkoudi.com/

- Columba-Hypatia Project: Astronomy for Peace https://www.columbahypatia-project.org/

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For this forth episode of Under the Lab Coat, I had the pleasure of chatting with Magaret Sivapragasam, a biotechnologist and science communicator. Magaret shares her fascinating journey from biotechnology research to pursuing a master's in science communication at UWE Bristol.

On the menu of this episode : biotechnologies, science communication, make up, stereotypes, cooking and much more

In this episode, Magaret dives into:

- Her research work with the solvent of the future.

- The unexpected journey that led her to biotechnology.

- Teaching biotechnology and her love for science communication.

- Her current research on the perception of makeup among female science communicators.

- The intersection of appearance and professionalism in science.

- Personal journey and overcoming stereotypes.

To follow Magaret's journey and topics we discusted, check out these links:

- Twitter/X / Linkedin

- Science communication unit UWE Bristol

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A podcast by Elodie Chabrol

Logo : Marie / La boite à Curiosité

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