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Meet the blogger – Libe Vilela

Never knew that writing my first blog ever would feel like stage fright, but here I am. Am I a little intimidated? Yes. Am I also excited to start a new chapter? Also Yes.

Posted by libevilela

7 June, 2023

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My confused relationship with Christmas

Mmmm the smell of pine tree, indoors. 24 days countdown to Jesus’ birthday celebration. Presents presents presents!

Posted by queerioushazel

4 December, 2022

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Hot chocolate with Marshmallows and book on autumn leaves

How to make it through Swedish November

Dark, cold and miserable. That is how many people experience November in Sweden. In this post we have gathered some tips on how to make it through this gloomy month.

Posted by natalievonderlehr

11 November, 2022

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Why should you join KIPA?

The importance of peer community Being a successful postdoc professional is like performing an experiment that requires a lot of homework and a trial & error phase. Unfortunately, the methods […]

Posted by andreacelestedv

4 November, 2022

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LGBTQIA+ map: My personal journey navigating in this world as a queer person

Am I gay? Many of us don’t ask this enough, or even think about our own gender identity.

Posted by queerioushazel

Life in Sweden

15 June, 2022

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PhD Parenting: The Good, the Bad, and the Unspoken

The PhD process is challenging. Being a parent during this process brings its own unique set of challenges and opportunities.

Posted by Rebeca Cardoso

29 May, 2022

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The New Aliens Act and Me: Rebeca’s story

The new Aliens Act makes it tougher for researchers to stay long-term in Sweden. What other options are there?

Posted by Rebeca Cardoso

23 March, 2022

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Holidays with COVID-19

Two years ago, my holiday plans were simple and straightforward. I had a family visit from Germany and was planning for my parents’ visit in the near future. In the […]

Posted by Rebeca Cardoso

19 December, 2021

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4 dietary considerations for your CD4 T cells this holiday season

Ah, the holiday season. A great time to take some vacation, spend time with family and friends, open presents, and, of course, enjoy a nice meal. However, while the succulent […]

Posted by Rebeca Cardoso

4 December, 2021

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Nostalgia, comfort foods and cooking during COVID-19

Periods of high stress and social isolation, such as a pandemic or moving countries (or both), can have huge impacts on mental wellbeing and food behaviours. Whilst acute sudden stress tends to suppress […]

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Life in Sweden

13 May, 2021

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Starting a postdoc in a new country in the midst of a pandemic

In my blog introduction I promised a recount of my experiences starting a new postdoc during the pandemic. For me at least it’s been a rollercoaster of emotions. Although a touch melodramatic, I felt that breaking […]

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Life in Sweden

26 March, 2021

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Life in Sweden

Meet the blogger – Libe Vilela

My confused relationship with Christmas

How to make it through Swedish November

Why should you join KIPA?

LGBTQIA+ map: My personal journey navigating in this world as a queer person

PhD Parenting: The Good, the Bad, and the Unspoken

The New Aliens Act and Me: Rebeca’s story

Holidays with COVID-19

4 dietary considerations for your CD4 T cells this holiday season

Nostalgia, comfort foods and cooking during COVID-19

Starting a postdoc in a new country in the midst of a pandemic

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The New Aliens Act and Me: Rebeca’s story

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4 dietary considerations for your CD4 T cells this holiday season

Nostalgia, comfort foods and cooking during COVID-19

Starting a postdoc in a new country in the midst of a pandemic

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