Hi everyone! I’m Isabelle. I’m 24 years old, and I’ve recently joined Dr Olga Piskareva’s group to start my PhD. I’m originally from Germany, where I completed both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees before moving on to this new adventure.
My interest in science goes back further than I can remember, but one of my earliest memories is taking part in a microscopy course when I was in fifth grade. I found it fascinating to discover a whole new world through a microscope, and looking back, it’s quite nice to think that my curiosity back then eventually led me to where I am today! I’m excited to deepen my knowledge, take on new challenges, and see where this PhD journey takes me.
Outside the lab, I enjoy cooking, staying active through sports, reading, and catching up with friends. I’m always happy to find a good book to get lost in, and one of my favourites is The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood, which I absolutely loved!
I’m really looking forward to this new chapter, learning from everyone in the group, and getting to know everyone better! 😊
Written by Isabelle Pakulla, POI-2 PhD Student