interview – TechieTonics

Interview: Prof. Dr. Michael Gerlich, Head of Foresight & Sustainability, SBS Swiss Business School, Switzerland

January 17, 2025February 6, 2025 Pooja Kashyap

Recently, I read one research paper titled, “AI Tools in Society: Impacts on Cognitive Offloading and the Future of Critical Thinking” by Prof. Dr. Michael Gerlich. It is one of those research pieces, which I find extremely interesting and want to get into the depth and collect more insights. So, I tried to touch base with the research scientist and asked for his time for an email interview fortunately, he agreed. Research scientists, like Dr. Gerlich are my intellectual heroes who, despite their towering intellect and busy schedule, remain grounded…

Interview: Dr. Sukriti Hans, Material Scientist at LIST, Luxembourg

September 18, 2024September 18, 2024 Pooja Kashyap

In a rapidly evolving world where technological advancements meet the growing demand for sustainability, Dr. Sukriti Hans stands at the forefront of materials research. Currently a Junior R&T Associate at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST), Dr. Hans is playing a pivotal role in developing high-resolution characterization methods that can redefine the future of materials science.

Interview: Dr. Yaqing Shen, Material Scientist at KAUST, Saudi Arabia

September 11, 2024September 11, 2024 Pooja Kashyap

I’m excited to introduce Dr. Yaqing Shen, a highly accomplished scientist in the field of Material Science and Engineering. Her groundbreaking research on advancing the use of two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors in commercial field-effect transistors (FETs) caught my attention. Despite her hectic academic responsibilities, Dr. Shen graciously agreed to an email interview, where she shared insights into her work and career.

Interview: Dr. Fengxin Sun, Fiber Scientist at Jiangnan University, China

August 26, 2024September 11, 2024 Pooja Kashyap

I’m excited to introduce Dr. Fengxin Sun, an Associate Professor at the Key Laboratory of Eco-Textile, Ministry of Education, Jiangnan University in Wuxi, China. Dr. Sun completed his Ph.D. in textile materials at Donghua University in Shanghai in 2017 and spent time as a joint Ph.D. student at the Institute for Frontier Materials, Deakin University in Australia. His research covers a fascinating range of topics, from textile material evaluation and functional textile development to mechanical modeling and simulation of soft materials.

Interview: Dr. Eunhye Baek, Research Scientist at Tsinghua University, China

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024 Pooja Kashyap

I’m excited to introduce our latest interviewee, Dr. Eunhye Baek, whose impressive academic journey and cutting-edge research make her a standout in the field of electrical engineering and nanotechnology. Dr. Baek studied Electrical Engineering at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) from 2007 to 2010. In January 2011, she joined Professor Yoon-Ha Jeong’s group at POSTECH, where she focused on the biological functionalization of silicon nanowire BioFETs to detect biomolecules with high sensitivity.

Interview: Dr. Laura E. Newman, a Cell Biologist at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, US

May 21, 2024May 22, 2024 Pooja Kashyap

Meet Dr. Laura E. Newman, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell Biology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, United States. Her research delves into the intriguing role of mitochondria—these tiny powerhouses that were once ancient bacteria now living inside our cells—as crucial regulators of cellular signaling.

Interview: Dr. Yuanbo Chen, Quantum Information Scientist at The University of Tokyo, Japan

March 21, 2024March 21, 2024 Pooja Kashyap

Meet Dr. Yuanbo Chen, a dynamic and dedicated PhD student at The University of Tokyo. He is an invaluable member of the Hasegawa Group, where his intellectual curiosity and commitment to pushing the boundaries of quantum research shine brightly. In a recent scientific breakthrough, Dr. Chen, in collaboration with his accomplished team has captured headlines with their pioneering research in battery technology.

Interview: Dr. Jay T. Lennon, Microbiologist at Indiana University, Bloomington

August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Meet Dr. Jay T. Lennon. Within the intricate tapestry of microbiology, a realm of microorganisms thrives, weaving the intricate threads of ecosystems, interactions, and even human health. Dr. Lennon, a distinguished luminary in the field of microbial ecology, has passionately dedicated his career to unraveling the enigmatic world of these microscopic life forms. He emerges as an insightful figure who delves deep into the intricate relationships governing microbial communities.

Interview: Dr. Monica Dus, Nutrigenomics Scientist at University of Michigan, United States

July 27, 2023July 27, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Meet Dr. Monica Dus, an extraordinary trailblazer in the field of biology whose passion for unravelling the mysteries of our genetic makeup and its interaction with nutrition has earned her widespread recognition. As an Associate Professor with Tenure at the prestigious University of Michigan, she stands at the forefront of cutting-edge research in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. Beyond academia, Dr. Dus is a 2023 Guggenheim Fellow in Biology, a distinction that further underscores her outstanding contributions to the scientific community.

Interview: Dr. Yifan Zhu, Robotics Scientist at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

In the vast realm of the Intelligent Motion Lab, where the interplay of human ingenuity and technological wonders dance harmoniously, resides Dr. Yifan Zhu. A visionary soul, Dr. Zhu finds solace in the realm of robotics, under the wise guidance of Prof. Kris Hauser. Together, they delve deep into uncharted territories. Like a master sculptor shaping formless clay, Dr. Zhu’s focus lies in unravelling the secrets of deformable objects. Through painstaking analysis and intricate algorithms, he breathes life into these enigmatic entities, capturing their essence within a digital tapestry.

Interview: Dr. Enrico Donato, BioRobotics Scientist at Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, Italy

July 16, 2023July 16, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Dr. Enrico Donato is a Doctoral Researcher at the Brain-Inspired Robotics (BRAIR) Laboratory of The BioRobotics Istitute, Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna. With an insatiable appetite for scientific exploration, he delves deep into the fascinating realm of soft robotics. His mind dances with algorithms, composing intricate control models that breathe life into these mechanical marvels.

Interview: Dr. Maxwell Miner, Pharmaceutical Scientist at University of Turku, Finland

July 10, 2023July 10, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Dr. Maxwell Miner is a PhD candidate in the drug research doctoral program (DRDP) at the University of Turku working in the Roivainen group. In the realm of scientific exploration, his focus lies in the intricate art of crafting preclinical radiopharmaceuticals, harmonizing their elements to illuminate the hidden nuances of inflammatory diseases and gliomas within the captivating world of animal models.

Interview: Dr. Ore Gottlieb, an Astrophysicist at Northwestern University, Illinois

June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Dr. Ore Gottlieb is a theoretical high energy astrophysicist. Currently, he is occupying Rothschild/CIERA Postdoctoral Fellowship position in Astrophysics at Northwestern University. His recent work on “Dying stars’ cocoons could be new source of gravitational waves” caught our attention and so we tried to touch base with him for an interview. We got lucky, as he agreed to spend some time with us.

Interview: Dr. Kai Wang Materials Scientist at The Penn State

June 8, 2023June 8, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Dr. Kai Wang is PhD, Principal Investigator, and Assistant Research Professor at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Penn State. His recent work on intelligent and efficient panchromatic imaging for artificial retina biotechnology, caught our attention and so we tried to touch base with him for an interview. We got lucky, as he agreed to spend some time with us. Dr. Wang, here, talks about his quest to understand the mechanisms of cognition within the neural topological structures of the brain. And how these natural intelligences can be influenced…

Interview: Dr Jie Yin, Associate Professor at North Carolina State University

January 11, 2023January 11, 2023 Pooja Kashyap

Dr. Yin received his Ph.D. in Engineering Mechanics from Columbia University. Prior to join NC State, he worked as a Postdoctoral Associate at MIT and an Assistant and Associate Professor at Temple University. He is the recipient of the NSF CAREER Award and Extreme Mechanics Letters (EML) Young Investigator Award.