Welcome to The Cancer Researcher Podcast, where we dive into the inspiring and challenging world of being a cancer researcher. Join us monthly for an enlightening and empowering journey towards a fulfilling career in science.

Our host Dr. Alexandra Boitor, Scientific Officer at the European Association for Cancer Research (EACR), is joined by renowned researchers from around the world to discuss their personal experiences and insights on navigating a career in academia.

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“Grant Applications, Part 2”: Episode 6 of The Cancer Researcher Podcast

 Join us as we delve deeper into the world of grant applications, continuing the conversation we started in episode 4, 'Let's Talk About Grant...

“Building Networks”: Episode 5 of The Cancer Researcher Podcast

In this episode we explore the importance of networking in research. Dr. Hege Russness, Professor at the University of Oslo, and Dr. Lisa Hoffmann-Haas,...

“Let’s Talk About Grant Applications”: Episode 4 of The Cancer Researcher Podcast

Join us in this insightful episode as we dive into the world of grant applications with a dynamic trio of experts. We're joined by...

“There’s Always More Than Just One Way”: Episode 3 of The Cancer Researcher Podcast

Dr. Alexandra Boitor, the EACR Scientific Officer, is joined by professors Elaine Mardis (US) and Carlos Caldas (UK) to take an overall look at...

‘How does the student become the master?’: Episode 2 of The Cancer Researcher Podcast

Three distinguished professors, Sara Zanivan (UK), Christian Frezza (Germany) and Arkaitz Carracedo (Spain) share their personal journeys and advice on becoming a Principal Investigator....

‘The Power of a Postdoc’: Episode 1 of The Cancer Researcher Podcast

The first ever episode of The Cancer Researcher Podcast focuses on new beginnings and how your postdoc positions can shape your progression in academia....
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