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Research is like a long-term investment in stock market

Professor Linheng Li is internationally recognized for his pioneering research in adult stem cell biology and cancer niche dynamics. Beyond his scientific achievements, he is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of researchers. Many of his former trainees now lead independent research programs around the world. Read more about his career in this portrait written by Sadaf Fazeli.

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From Medicine to Strategy

Dr. Baoyi Zhou is a Competitive Intelligence Manager at Pfizer China, with a career spanning medicine, academia, and strategy consulting. Before joining Pfizer, he worked as a Senior Life Science Specialist at L.E.K. Consulting. Baoyi holds a PhD from Karolinska Institutet, with a research exchange at Harvard University, and is also a licensed physician in China. In this Q&A you get an insight into the evolution of Dr. Baoyi Zhou.

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Construction of bridge

From Bench Science to Building Bridges

Volker M. Lauschke moves between academia and industry with unusual ease. From 3D human tissue models to startup ventures, his career threads discovery and application without pretending the workload is light. In this conversation, he talks frankly about trade-offs, structure, and why ambition – not field – drives competition. This informational interview distills practical lessons for PhD students and postdocs eyeing careers that span research and business: how to prioritize, when to take risk, and how to design a portfolio that can produce both steady progress and big swings.

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From Bench to Builder

A wet-lab immunologist turned data scientist, Paulo Czarnewski is building atlas-scale disease models (and a company) to make clean, harmonized data the shortest path to discovery. In this Q&A, Paulo explains the jump from academia to startup life, the discipline of milestones and deliverables, and why “clean data” is the real accelerator for precision medicine.

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The Science of Biosafety and not forgetting

Antonio “Tony” Rothfuchs describes his work simply: “I work on airborne transmission of tuberculosis.” But behind that modest introduction lies an academic career built step-by-step at Karolinska Institutet (KI), with formative years abroad, and a central role in shaping how KI conducts high-biosafety research today.

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Causal Inference and Academic Freedom

Recently Viktor Ahlqvist studies received significant international attention. His work demonstrated that the use of paracetamol during pregnancy is unlikely to cause autism in children. The findings gained particular visibility after the claim of Donald Trump that paracetamol use in pregnancy is driving rising autism rates.

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A perfect role for nerds who are extroverts

Christina Neofytou is currently a Medical Liaison Manager for Biogen; a role otherwise referred to as Medical Science Liaison (MSL), which is tailored for her science skill set and drive. From early on in her scientific training, she developed an interest in science communication, particularly to connect with fellow researchers and forge collaborations between academia, industry, and the clinic.

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Sales and marketing as teaching and storytelling

For Jens Gertow, his career was not something he approached with a goal in mind. After a PhD and a postdoc at Karolinska Institutet, he left academia to work at Mabtech where he combines his knowledge of immunology with his interest in communication in his role as Chief Marketing Officer.

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Lina Marcela Diaz-Gallo in sunset

It takes a village to do science that matters

Lina Marcela Diaz-Gallo studies the genetics of autoimmune diseases and is a team leader in Associate Professors Padyukov’s group at the Center for Molecular Medicine (CMM), Karolinska Institutet. A firm believer in the benefits of collaboration, Lina thrives in working together with other researchers.

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From the Lab to Pharmacoepidemiology: A Conversation with Dr. Carolyn Cesta

What does it take to build an academic research career in pharmacoepidemiology? Pharmacoepidemiology is the study of the use, safety, and effectiveness of medication in real-world populations. In this career […]

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From Sociology to Systems Change: An Investigator’s Path Inside Sweden’s Higher Education Authority

How do research skills translate outside academia? In this career portrait, Eva-Lisa Palmtag, Investigator/Analyst at the Swedish Higher Education Authority (UKÄ), reflects on her path from sociology research to sector-level analysis, sharing her advice for PhD students considering public sector roles.

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Science, Leadership, Innovation and Public Initiatives

Carl Johan Sundbergs positive outlook on life and curiosity about people have been great contributors to his rich career, spanning from medical practice to research, intertwined with entrepreneurship and biotechnology, science communication and governmental projects to improve public health. Here he shares his truly inspiring career path that has led him to the current position as a Dean of Karolinska Institute, Campus North.

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Navigating Uncertainties

One of the most constant companions in academic life is probably uncertainty. There are lengthy periods of “not knowing,” whether it’s while awaiting a manuscript decision, applying for grants, or progressing in a PhD. These times can seem depressing and never-ending. However, in retrospect, I’ve come to understand that these ambiguous times frequently present unanticipated growth opportunities and lessons.

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Solving the Rubik's cube

A Lifelong Curiosity

From an early age, Virginija Danylaité Karrenbauer was drawn to medicine. “Žingeidumas”, “nyfikenhet” she says, using the Lithuanian and Swedish words for curiosity. This innate drive to learn led her from her childhood dream of becoming a doctor to an international career spanning clinical practice, research, and academia. Today, as a senior consultant neurologist and researcher, she continues to push boundaries in the field of neuroinflammation and neurodegeneration.

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My side hustle as a PhD student – Assistant Deputy Editor

During my PhD journey, I was keen to explore opportunities beyond my research that could enhance my academic skills and increase my understanding of scientific publishing. I enrolled in the IJQHC for a one-year training program, which provided me with hands-on experience and a better understanding of the editorial process. After completing the training, I was promoted to assistant deputy editor, which brought new responsibilities and opportunities.

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No, it’s not in your head!

People living with Fibromyalgia (FM) deal with a mysterious condition. FM causes widespread, long-lasting pain without any obvious injury, and due to its high prevalence in the general population, it is considered one of the most common debilitating diseases worldwide. Patients commonly suffer from depression, anxiety and sleepless nights. Unfortunately, current treatments are not very effective, and there is no known cure. For this reason, it is urgent to find new therapies that can provide relief for these patients. This thesis has challenged the old views of FM and contributed to its understanding, opening new possibilities for the development of treatments for this challenging disease.

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