Shows
The Vulnerable Scientist167 | Vulnerable Sarah Nyakeri | August 2022This is my august bonus episode of how I am doing.Duolingo: https://invite.duolingo.com/BDHTZTB5CWWKSLG6JEX2ITZCSQFeel free to reach out too if you want to talk about a certain topic in the science career space or anything as a scientist that might have nothing to with science but affects scientists. The podcast is on social media @TVscientistPod and Website; TheVulnerablescientist.com.You can support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thevulnerablescientist) on Patreon or Paypal sarahnyanchera(at)gmail or Mpesa at (254)0718-896-962 under Sarah Ny...
2022-08-2917 min
The Vulnerable Scientist167 | Vulnerable Sarah Nyakeri | August 2022This is my august bonus episode of how I am doing.Duolingo: https://invite.duolingo.com/BDHTZTB5CWWKSLG6JEX2ITZCSQFeel free to reach out too if you want to talk about a certain topic in the science career space or anything as a scientist that might have nothing to with science but affects scientists. The podcast is on social media @TVscientistPod and Website; TheVulnerablescientist.com.You can support the show (https://www.patreon.com/thevulnerablescientist) on Patreon or Paypal sarahnyanchera(at)gmail or Mpesa at (254)0718-896-962 under Sarah Ny...
2022-08-2917 min
The Vulnerable Scientist139 | Vulnerable Sarah Nyakeri | Check in | End of ILRI Fellowship | What Next?This is just me having a check-in on what's happening with me and all that. Send me an audio message: https://www.speakpipe.com/VulnerableScientistVoicemail Note: I recorded this episode on Podcastle recorder and no editing and used a Shure mv7 mic in the sitting area of my parent's home and added some music from that platform.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator a...
2022-06-1726 min
The Vulnerable Scientist139 | Vulnerable Sarah Nyakeri | Check in | End of ILRI Fellowship | What Next?This is just me having a check-in on what's happening with me and all that. Send me an audio message: https://www.speakpipe.com/VulnerableScientistVoicemail Note: I recorded this episode on Podcastle recorder and no editing and used a Shure mv7 mic in the sitting area of my parent's home and added some music from that platform.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator a...
2022-06-1726 min
The Vulnerable Scientist124 | Vulnerable David Edgar Kimani | Part 5 | HobbiesDavid Edgar Kimani is the Managing Director and Lead Consultant at Lantei Consulting Ltd where he is Consulting on FSMS systems, Internal audits, ISO audits, Food Processing and Post Harvest technologies, and all matters in the Food Science realm. He is also a Lecturer in Food Science and Technology at Ng'ong TVC (MoE).In this episode, David and I (Sarah Nyakeri) have a conversation about our hobbies.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I...
2022-05-271h 14
The Vulnerable Scientist124 | Vulnerable David Edgar Kimani | Part 5 | HobbiesDavid Edgar Kimani is the Managing Director and Lead Consultant at Lantei Consulting Ltd where he is Consulting on FSMS systems, Internal audits, ISO audits, Food Processing and Post Harvest technologies, and all matters in the Food Science realm. He is also a Lecturer in Food Science and Technology at Ng'ong TVC (MoE).In this episode, David and I (Sarah Nyakeri) have a conversation about our hobbies.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I...
2022-05-271h 14
The Vulnerable Scientist122 | Vulnerable David Edgar Kimani | Part 3 | Misunderstood Kenyan DietDavid Edgar Kimani is the Managing Director and Lead Consultant at Lantei Consulting Ltd where he is Consulting on FSMS systems, Internal audits, ISO audits, Food Processing and Post Harvest technologies, and all matters in the Food Science realm. He is also a Lecturer in Food Science and Technology at Ng'ong TVC (MoE).In this episode, David and I (Sarah Nyakeri) talk about how misunderstood the Kenyan diet is due to the paucity of science communication websites on the nutritional content of common foods in Kenya.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast...
2022-05-2527 min
The Vulnerable Scientist122 | Vulnerable David Edgar Kimani | Part 3 | Misunderstood Kenyan DietDavid Edgar Kimani is the Managing Director and Lead Consultant at Lantei Consulting Ltd where he is Consulting on FSMS systems, Internal audits, ISO audits, Food Processing and Post Harvest technologies, and all matters in the Food Science realm. He is also a Lecturer in Food Science and Technology at Ng'ong TVC (MoE).In this episode, David and I (Sarah Nyakeri) talk about how misunderstood the Kenyan diet is due to the paucity of science communication websites on the nutritional content of common foods in Kenya.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast...
2022-05-2527 min
The Vulnerable Scientist107 | Journey in Science | Vulnerable Anne Chisa aka Anne with an E | Part 3Anne Chisa, also known as Anne with an E, is the Root of Science Podcast host, a PhD Candidate in Crop Science at the University of Kwazulu Natal doing her research on using human poop as a fertilizer. She is also a science communicator, Mc and Moderator. In this episode, she talks about her early beginnings in Malawi and how her journey in science has been.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah...
2022-05-0409 min
The Vulnerable Scientist106 | How the Root of the Science Podcast Started | Vulnerable Anne Chisa Part 2Anne Chisa, also known as Anne with an E, is the Root of Science Podcast host, a PhD Candidate in Crop Science at the University of Kwazulu Natal doing her research on using human poop as a fertilizer. She is also a science communicator, Mc and Moderator. In this episode, she talks about how she started the root of the science podcast and how it has been since then.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am...
2022-05-0337 min
The Vulnerable Scientist105 | Using Human Poop as a fertlizer | Vulnerable Anne Chisa Part 1Anne Chisa, also known as Anne with an E, is the Root of Science Podcast host, a PhD Candidate in Crop Science at the University of Kwazulu Natal doing her research on using human poop as a fertilizer. She is also a science communicator, Mc and Moderator. In this episode, she talks about her research in-depth.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I...
2022-05-0219 min
The Vulnerable Scientist104 | Journey Abroad Podcast Host | Neuroscientist| Vulnerable Refilwe MpaiThe Journey abroad Podcast Host, Refliwe Mpai is a Neuroscientist from Botswana and is currently based in Canada. She has a Psychology background and now doing an MSc in Neuroscience. She shares her story though most of the recording was lost this will be redone. Meanwhile, this is a long teaser of the upcoming conversation.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a...
2022-04-2948 min
The Vulnerable Scientist103 | Vulnerable Dr. Priya Rangan | Part 7Dr Priya, a scientific communicator, is an experienced scientist with 11 years of combined working experience in academic research and pharmaceutical settings. Skilled in nutritional treatment applications for inflammatory bowel disease, Alzheimer's disease, and T cell immunotherapies, cell culture, in vivo mouse studies, microscopy, public speaking, science education, and scientific writing. Her PhD focused on the Biology of Aging from the University of Southern California.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a...
2022-04-2820 min
The Vulnerable Scientist102 | Vulnerable Dr. Priya Rangan | Part 6Dr Priya, a scientific communicator, is an experienced scientist with 11 years of combined working experience in academic research and pharmaceutical settings. Skilled in nutritional treatment applications for inflammatory bowel disease, Alzheimer's disease, and T cell immunotherapies, cell culture, in vivo mouse studies, microscopy, public speaking, science education, and scientific writing. Her PhD focused on the Biology of Aging from the University of Southern California.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a...
2022-04-2724 min
The Vulnerable Scientist101 | Vulnerable Dr. Priya Rangan | Part 5Dr Priya, a scientific communicator, is an experienced scientist with 11 years of combined working experience in academic research and pharmaceutical settings. Skilled in nutritional treatment applications for inflammatory bowel disease, Alzheimer's disease, and T cell immunotherapies, cell culture, in vivo mouse studies, microscopy, public speaking, science education, and scientific writing. Her PhD focused on the Biology of Aging from the University of Southern California.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a...
2022-04-2618 min
The Vulnerable Scientist86 | Vulnerabel Dr. Vijay Kale | Part 2Dr Vijay Kale has more than 12 years of industrial experience as a Project Toxicologist and Study Director in drug safety evaluation, particularly nonclinical Dtoxicology studies of small molecules and biopharmaceuticals including immuno-oncotherapeutics. He has directed Central Clinical Pathology laboratory, a prime resource for Nonclinical toxicology and pharmacology studies for seven new chemical entities and numerous Clinical Studies (Phase 1 & BA/BE studies). He has also worked closely with various players in Drug Discovery and Drug Development such as Chemistry, DMPK, Cell and Molecular Biology, in vitro assay teams, Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Statistics, QAU, and Sponsors. In this episode, He talks...
2022-04-0521 min
The Vulnerable Scientist85 | Vulnerable Dr. Vijay Kale | Part 1Dr Vijay Kale has more than 12 years of industrial experience as a Project Toxicologist and Study Director in drug safety evaluation, particularly nonclinical Dtoxicology studies of small molecules and biopharmaceuticals including immuno-oncotherapeutics. He has directed Central Clinical Pathology laboratory, a prime resource for Nonclinical toxicology and pharmacology studies for seven new chemical entities and numerous Clinical Studies (Phase 1 & BA/BE studies). He has also worked closely with various players in Drug Discovery and Drug Development such as Chemistry, DMPK, Cell and Molecular Biology, in vitro assay teams, Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Statistics, QAU, and Sponsors. In this episode, He talks...
2022-04-0421 min
The Vulnerable Scientist82 | Vulnerable Michael Keenan | Part 3Michael Keenan is PhD Candidate at Wageningen University and Research. His dissertation focuses on understanding how risk and market access affect smallholder farmers’ marketing and investment decisions, agricultural households’ livelihoods, and internal conflict within agricultural-based economies. To understand these relationships, His research combines behavioral, theoretical, and empirical analysis at the intra-household level, household-level, and mesoeconomic level. He is passionate about applying quantitative methods and big data to a range of economic development issues. His research is now expanding into understanding gender gaps in smallholder agriculture, urban migration patterns in Sub-Saharan Africa, and the effects of digital innov...
2022-03-3011 min
The Vulnerable Scientist81 | Vulnerable Michael Keenan | Part 2Michael Keenan is PhD Candidate at Wageningen University and Research. His dissertation focuses on understanding how risk and market access affect smallholder farmers’ marketing and investment decisions, agricultural households’ livelihoods, and internal conflict within agricultural-based economies. His research combines behavioural, theoretical, and empirical analysis at the intra-household, household, and macroeconomic levels to understand these relationships. He has been based in Nairobi, Kenya for the past three years and has experience conducting research in Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania. I enjoy travelling, reading, and spending time with friends and family.In this episod...
2022-03-2919 min
The Vulnerable Scientist80 | Vulnerable Michael Keenan | Part 1Michael Keenan is PhD Candidate at Wageningen University and Research. His dissertation focuses on understanding how risk and market access affect smallholder farmers’ marketing and investment decisions, agricultural households’ livelihoods, and internal conflict within agricultural-based economies. To understand these relationships, His research combines behavioral, theoretical, and empirical analysis at the intra-household level, household-level, and mesoeconomic level. He is passionate about applying quantitative methods and big data to a range of economic development issues. His research is now expanding into understanding gender gaps in smallholder agriculture, urban migration patterns in Sub-Saharan Africa, and the effects of digital innov...
2022-03-2818 min
The Vulnerable Scientist79 | Verena Ras | Behind the Scenes of the Vulnerable scientist podcast recordingsVerena Ras is Bioinformatics Training Coordinator, Co-chair Training and Education Working Group at H3Abionet, Chair - Sample Collection and Processing Sub-committee at the African BioGenome Project and a PhD candidate doing marine Taxonomy. Her work is trying to put Africa on the map in matters Jelly Fish.In this episode, I point out what happens behind any podcast recording using Verena as an example. This is to promote transparency of how the recordings are done and also to give a glimpse of what it takes to have an episode out.The Vulnerable...
2022-03-2530 min
The Vulnerable Scientist78 | Milestones of the Vulnerable Scientist podcastIn this podcast, I talk about how the community has been growing and the need to do more with podcasts. I also mention what keeps me going.https://twitter.com/utm_org/status/1508650338370428929?s=20&t=3UOX1l-qpJ8S-ZkJ6MY8dA https://otbpodke.wordpress.com/2022/01/23/todays-podcast-is-the-vulnerable-scientist/The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does...
2022-03-2420 min
The Vulnerable Scientist77 | New Developments and Way Forward regarding The Vulnerable Scientist Podcast.In this episode, I talk about the production limitations that I am currently facing in regards to the podcast Vulnerably and call on for support of you as a listener in any way possible. https://linktr.ee/ThevulnerablescientistThe Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2022-03-2318 min
The Vulnerable Scientist76 | Vulnerable Verena Ras Part 5 | HobbiesVerena Ras is Bioinformatics Training Coordinator, Co-chair Training and Education Working Group at H3Abionet, Chair - Sample Collection and Processing Sub-committee at the African BioGenome Project and a PhD candidate doing marine Taxonomy. Her work is trying to put Africa on the map in matters Jelly Fish.In this episode, Verena talks about the things she does when she is not working, her hobbies.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your...
2022-03-2218 min
The Vulnerable Scientist75 | Vulnerable Verena Ras Part 4 | Post Graduate EducationVerena Ras is Bioinformatics Training Coordinator, Co-chair Training and Education Working Group at H3Abionet, Chair - Sample Collection and Processing Sub-committee at the African BioGenome Project and a PhD candidate doing marine Taxonomy. Her work is trying to put Africa on the map in matters Jelly Fish.In this episode, Verena talks about her journey in postgraduate education despite not performing well in her undergraduate education. She also talks about how negative comments pushed her to pursue a PhD Education.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories a...
2022-03-2131 min
The Vulnerable Scientist74 | Vulnerable Verena Ras | Part 3Verena Ras is Bioinformatics Training Coordinator, Co-chair Training and Education Working Group at H3Abionet, Chair - Sample Collection and Processing Sub-committee at the African BioGenome Project and a PhD candidate doing marine Taxonomy. Her work is trying to put Africa on the map in matters Jelly Fish.In this episode, Verena talks about how she has fought through her university life to find some sought of income just to be able to get through school.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work...
2022-03-1823 min
The Vulnerable Scientist73 | Vulnerable Verena Ras Part 2Verena Ras is Bioinformatics Training Coordinator, Co-chair Training and Education Working Group at H3Abionet, Chair - Sample Collection and Processing Sub-committee at the African BioGenome Project and a PhD candidate doing marine Taxonomy. Her work is trying to put Africa on the map in matters Jelly Fish.In this episode, she talks about her entering university as a first-gen and struggling to perform in tests in her university but enthusiastic when it came to practicals yet it was the course of choice that she was passionate about. She also talks about her experience how she...
2022-03-1724 min
The Vulnerable Scientist72 | Vulnerable Verena Ras | Part 1Verena Ras is Bioinformatics Training Coordinator, Co-chair Training and Education Working Group at H3Abionet, Chair - Sample Collection and Processing Sub-committee at the African BioGenome Project and a PhD candidate doing marine Taxonomy.Her work is trying to put Africa on the map in matters Jelly Fish.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does...
2022-03-1618 min
The Vulnerable Scientist71 | Vulnerable Dr. Christian Keambou Tiambo | Part 4Dr, Christian Tiambo is a Cameroonian Scientist. Livestock Genetics/Genomics: Precision Breeding and Reproductive Technologies, Biobanking management, Access & Benefits Sharing Officer CTLGH/ILRI based in Kenya.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How...
2022-03-1529 min
The Vulnerable Scientist70 | Vulnerable Dr. Christian Keambou Tiambo | Part 3Dr, Christian Tiambo decides to become vulnerable on the show and tells more about the struggles he had and the triumphs of his journey in science.Scientist. Livestock Genetics/Genomics: Precision Breeding and Reproductive Technologies, Biobanking management, Access & Benefits Sharing Officer CTLGH/ILRIThe Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website...
2022-03-1422 min
The Vulnerable Scientist69 | Vulnerable Dr. Christian Keambou Tiambo | Part 2Dr, Christian Tiambo explains in detail how he was able to fund his post-graduate education while running a farming business.Scientist. Livestock Genetics/Genomics: Precision Breeding and Reproductive Technologies, Biobanking management, Access & Benefits Sharing Officer CTLGH/ILRIThe Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2022-03-1119 min
The Vulnerable Scientist68 | Vulnerable Dr. Christian Keambou Tiambo | Part 1Dr Christian talks about his journey into becoming a scientist starting from Cameroon and how he ended up establishing a career in Kenya.He is a Scientist, Livestock Genetics/Genomics - Precision Breeding and Reproductive Technologies, Biobanking management, Access & Benefits Sharing Officer- at CTLGH/ILRIThe Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing...
2022-03-1025 min
The Vulnerable Scientist67 | Check in with Sarah NyakeriThis is the first episode of this season,I am majorly having a check-in podcast in this podcast and testing an intro and giving developments concerning the podcast. I will talk more of it as time goes by.Out of the booth podcast blog about the Vulnerable Scientist: https://otbpodke.wordpress.com/2022/01/23/todays-podcast-is-the-vulnerable-scientist/The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and...
2022-03-0924 min
The Vulnerable Scientist67 | Check in with Sarah NyakeriThis is the first episode of this season,I am majorly having a check-in podcast in this podcast and testing an intro and giving developments concerning the podcast. I will talk more of it as time goes by.Out of the booth podcast blog about the Vulnerable Scientist: https://otbpodke.wordpress.com/2022/01/23/todays-podcast-is-the-vulnerable-scientist/The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and...
2022-03-0924 min
The Vulnerable Scientist66 | Vulnerable Dr. Bill Ratemo Part 3Dr Bill Ratemo continues to let us in for the first time and share his journey with its challenges and Joys.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how...
2022-03-0811 min
The Vulnerable Scientist65 | Vulnerable Dr. Bill Ratemo | Part 2Dr Bill Ratemo tells his story from how he got himself in India after not being able to secure a University placement fast enough and navigating to a PhD position in China.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are...
2022-03-0716 min
The Vulnerable Scientist64 | Vulnerable Dr. Bill Ratemo | Part 1Dr Bill Ratemo introduces himself and since he mention that he works in the Kenyan organisation that regulates GMOs, the National Biosafety authority, I thought I should probe further about this. In Part 2, he will tell his story.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The...
2022-03-0411 min
The Vulnerable Scientist63 | Vulnerable Bernice Waweru | Part 5Bernice Ngina Waweru is passionate about utilizing bioinformatics to uncover and understand relevant insights from genomics data, particularly for crop improvement, and further, develop pipelines to assist scientists to utilize various tools to support efficient and transparent decision making.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time....
2022-03-0323 min
The Vulnerable Scientist62 | Vulnerable Bernice Waweru | Part 4Bernice Ngina Waweru is passionate about utilizing bioinformatics to uncover and understand relevant insights from genomics data, particularly for crop improvement, and further, develop pipelines to assist scientists to utilize various tools to support efficient and transparent decision making.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The...
2022-03-0223 min
The Vulnerable Scientist61 | Vulnerable Bernice Waweru | Part 3Bernice Ngina Waweru is passionate about utilizing bioinformatics to uncover and understand relevant insights from genomics data, particularly for crop improvement, and further, develop pipelines to assist scientists to utilize various tools to support efficient and transparent decision making.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time....
2022-03-0118 min
The Vulnerable Scientist60 | Vulnerable Bernice Waweru | Part 2Bernice Ngina Waweru is passionate about utilizing bioinformatics to uncover and understand relevant insights from genomics data, particularly for crop improvement, and further, develop pipelines to assist scientists to utilize various tools to support efficient and transparent decision making.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time....
2022-02-2832 min
The Vulnerable Scientist59 | Vulnerable Bernice Waweru | Part 1Bernice Waweru is a Bioinformatician at Beca-ILRI Hub who tells her story of her journey in science.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become a scientist...
2022-02-2519 min
The Vulnerable Scientist58 | Vulnerable Fredrick Mbugua | Part 2Fredrick Mbugua is a Kenyan Statistician working in agricultural research.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become a scientist, What are the highs and lows you have experienced...
2022-02-2443 min
The Vulnerable Scientist57 | Vulnerable Fredrick Mbugua | Part 1Fredrick is a statistician who has moved from health research to now agricultural research.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become a scientist, What are the highs and...
2022-02-2343 min
The Vulnerable Scientist56 | Vulnerable Justin NyasingaJustin is a Kenyan PhD Candidate and an EntrepreneurThe Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become a scientist, What are the highs and lows you have...
2022-02-2233 min
The Vulnerable Scientist55 | Vulnerable Dam Khan | Gambian Phd CandidateDam Khan works at the Medical Research Council Unit, The Gambia and is a PhD Candidate at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine. The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce y...
2022-02-2133 min
The Vulnerable Scientist54 | Vulnerable Dr. Afrah Khairallah | Part 4This is the last part of Dr Afrah Khairallah's Story where she talks about the highs and her PhD research is explained in detail. The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you...
2022-02-1825 min
The Vulnerable Scientist53 | Vulnerable Dr Afrah Khairallah | Part 3In this episode, Dr Afrah continues to share her story and some of the challenges she has faced throughout her career journey. We also had Honest Conversations on Racism and Gender Bias from Women to women.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked...
2022-02-1723 min
The Vulnerable Scientist52 | Vulnerable Dr Afrah Khairallah | Part 2In this episode, Dr Afrah starts by explaining what Bioinformatics is, her journey in that space and balancing life and work.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how...
2022-02-1639 min
The Vulnerable Scientist51 | Vulnerable Dr. Afrah Khairallah | Part 1This is the story of a woman in science who originates from Sudan and now going against the cultural current and pursuing a career in Bioinformatics in South Africa. This a story of quest for knowledge and a passion for science.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2022-02-1532 min
The Vulnerable Scientist50 | Vulnerable Nonsikelelo Amanda Sackey | Part 3Nonsikelelo Amanda Sackey (Ntsiki) is the founder of Siakhula Digital, a science communicator, a host, and a speaker. Siakhula Digital is a science communication and engagement platform. Through it, Ntsiki aims to showcase, celebrate and accelerate science and scientists in Africa using social media. She holds a BSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing and an MPhil in Science and Technology Studies focused on Science and Public Engagement. Through her work in student recruitment for the faculty of science at Stellenbosch University, her passion for science communication and engagement ignited. Her agency has w...
2022-02-1432 min
The Vulnerable Scientist49 | Vulnerable Nonsikelelo Amanda Sackey | Part 2Nonsikelelo Amanda Sackey (Ntsiki) is the founder of Siakhula Digital, a science communicator, a host, and a speaker. Siakhula Digital is a science communication and engagement platform. Through it, Ntsiki aims to showcase, celebrate and accelerate science and scientists in Africa using social media. She holds a BSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing and an MPhil in Science and Technology Studies focused on Science and Public Engagement. Through her work in student recruitment for the faculty of science at Stellenbosch University, her passion for science communication and engagement ignited. Her agency has w...
2022-02-1125 min
The Vulnerable Scientist48 | Vulnerable Nonsikelelo Amanda Sackey | Part 1Nonsikelelo Amanda Sackey (Ntsiki) is the founder of Siakhula Digital, a science communicator, a host, and a speaker. Siakhula Digital is a science communication and engagement platform. Through it, Ntsiki aims to showcase, celebrate and accelerate science and scientists in Africa using social media. She holds a BSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing and an MPhil in Science and Technology Studies focused on Science and Public Engagement. Through her work in student recruitment for the faculty of science at Stellenbosch University, her passion for science communication and engagement ignited. H...
2022-02-1028 min
The Vulnerable Scientist47 | Vulnerable Dr. Sarabjeet KaurDr Sarabjeet Kaur, originally from India, is a Postdoctoral Fellow in the University of Leuven, Belgium, a Prebiotic Chemist, Science Communicator and a Sci-Fi Enthusiast. She is fascinated by how life originated not only on earth but in the universe.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time....
2022-02-0931 min
The Vulnerable Scientist46 | Vulnerable Cullen Ndung'u Cullen Ndung’u is a Kenyan microbiologist professional with an interest in healthcare and biotechnology. He is currently in the tech industry and also a writer. Check out his medium account: cullenndungu.medium.com The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that sci...
2022-02-0839 min
The Vulnerable Scientist45 | Vulnerable Amos Lucky Mhone | Part 5Amos Mhone is currently an MSc Graduate Fellow at International Livestock Research Institute conducting his research on bacteriophages as alternatives to antibiotics to help in antimicrobial resistance.In this episode, Amos talks about his journey before going to university to study veterinary medicine and how it was like moving from the village to the city.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker...
2022-02-0734 min
The Vulnerable Scientist44 | Vulnerable Amos Lucky Mhone | Part 4Amos Mhone is currently an MSc Graduate Fellow at International Livestock Research Institute doing conducting his research in bacteriophages as alternatives to antibiotics to help in antimicrobial resistance.In this episode, Amos talks about his journey before going to university to study veterinary medicine and how it was like moving from the village to the city.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a...
2022-02-0442 min
The Vulnerable Scientist43 | Vulnerable Amos Lucky Mhone | Part 3Amos Mhone is currently an MSc Graduate Fellow at International Livestock Research Institute doing conducting his research in bacteriophages as alternatives to antibiotics to help in antimicrobial resistance.In this episode, Amos talks about his journey before going to university to study veterinary medicine and how it was like moving from the village to the city.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a...
2022-02-0335 min
The Vulnerable Scientist42 | Vulnerable Amos Lucky Mhone | Part 2Amos Mhone is currently an MSc Graduate Fellow at International Livestock Research Institute doing conducting his research in bacteriophages as alternatives to antibiotics to help in antimicrobial resistance.In this episode, Amos talks about his journey before going to university to study veterinary medicine and how it was like moving from the village to the city.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a...
2022-02-0229 min
The Vulnerable Scientist41 | Vulnerable Amos Lucky Mhone | Part 1Amos Mhone is currently an MSc Graduate Fellow at International Livestock Research Institute doing conducting his research in bacteriophages as alternatives to antibiotics to help in antimicrobial resistance. In this episode, Amos talks about his journey before going to university to study veterinary medicine and how it was like moving from the village to the city.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a...
2022-02-0139 min
The Vulnerable Scientist40 | Vulnerable Belinda Elizabeth Mudhobhi | Part 3This is the story of a young Zimbabwean woman who moved from academia to industry and thrived in it.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you...
2022-01-2834 min
The Vulnerable Scientist39 | Vulnerable Belinda Elizabeth Mudhobhi | Part 2This is the story of a young Zimbabwean woman who moved from academia to industry and thrived in it.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you...
2022-01-2736 min
The Vulnerable Scientist38 | Vulnerable Belinda Elizabeth Mudhobhi | Part 1This is the story of a young Zimbabwean woman who moved from academia to industry and thrived in it.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you...
2022-01-2634 min
The Vulnerable Scientist37 | The story of Dr. Elizabeth Kimani-Murage | The Scientist's Path SeriesDr. Elizabeth is a nutrition scientist and a human rights lawyer who has an interesting story to tell.This is a repurposed from science media Africa with the help of Planet wizard Africa with the scientist's path series.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2022-01-251h 00
The Vulnerable Scientist36 | The Story of Dr. Joseph Malinzi | The Scientist's path seriesDr. Joseph Malinzi is a Ugandan scientist based in Eswatini.This is repurposed science media Africa production with the help of Planet wizard Africa.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are...
2022-01-2428 min
The Vulnerable Scientist35 | The story of Dr. Adrienne Leussa | From academia to salesAdrienne Leussa talks about moving from academia after a PhD and a Post-doc to Sales. She supports scientists and technicians using Biotechnology like PCR, NGS, CRISPR/Cas, other Gene editing and molecular biology techniques in Africa.Adrienne Leussa's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-...This is Science Media Africa and Planet Wizard Africa production where Adrienne Leussa talks about his journey in science.The whole idea of this project (The scientist's path) is:Give the general audience insight into what it takes to be a scientist, the Type...
2022-01-211h 31
The Vulnerable Scientist34 | Vulnerable Nyawira MuriukiThis is the story of a young Kenyan woman who moved from academia to industry and thrived in that space telling her highs and lows to where she is now.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer...
2022-01-1931 min
The Vulnerable Scientist33 | Vulnerable Dr. Fredrick Mobegi | Part 4Finishing off this conversation, there are topics we couldn't ignore especially for young scientists seeking opportunities in science.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become...
2022-01-1843 min
The Vulnerable Scientist32 | Vulnerable Dr. Fredrick Mobegi | Part 3The Conversation keeps going and becomes more interesting. Check out the first and second parts of this mini-series.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become...
2022-01-1729 min
The Vulnerable Scientist31 | Vulnerable Dr. Fredrick Mobegi | Part 2We continue to talk about the highs and lows of Dr Mobegi's journey into the science space as a bioinformatician.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did...
2022-01-1444 min
The Vulnerable Scientist30 | Vulnerable Dr. Fredrick Mobegi | Part 1In this episode, I had a chat with an Australian based Bioinformatician, who has a unique Twitter username - mobeginomics , who shared his story about where he is at the moment.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected t...
2022-01-1327 min
The Vulnerable Scientist28 | The story of Dr. James Nyabuga Nyariki | The Scientist's Path SeriesThis is a repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa Interview Questions:BackgroundPrescience Student experienceScience Interest: How it began and who has influenced your path into science.University experience: Bsc to PhDHow did you get your first job and subsequent jobsMentorship: Did you have a mentor, Is it important to others, Do you mentorWhat kind of opportunities are there in science or for science graduatesHighs and Lows in your careerMistakes and what you learnt from it, advise to younger selfTell us about your research….How you got into it...
2022-01-1154 min
The Vulnerable Scientist27 | The story of Dr. Benta Abuya | The Scientist's Path SeriesDr Benta Abuya moves from being a high school teacher to educational research at APHRCThis is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa Interview Questions:BackgroundPrescience Student experienceScience Interest: How it began and who has influenced your path into science.University experience: Bsc to PhDHow did you get your first job and subsequent jobsMentorship: Did you have a mentor, Is it important to others, Do you mentorWhat kind of opportunities are there in science or for science graduatesHighs and Lows in your careerMistakes and what yo...
2022-01-1054 min
The Vulnerable Scientist26 | The Story of Hudson Alakonya | From Kakamega to Oxford | The scientist's Path SeriesHudson Alakonya is currently a PhD Rhodes scholar and the Founder and CEO of Integrated Cancer Research Foundation of KenyaThis is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa Interview Questions:BackgroundPrescience Student experienceScience Interest: How it began and who has influenced your path into science.University experience: Bsc to PhDHow did you get your first job and subsequent jobsMentorship: Did you have a mentor, Is it important to others, Do you mentorWhat kind of opportunities are there in science or for science graduatesHighs and Lo...
2022-01-071h 37
The Vulnerable Scientist25 | Vulnerable Florence Parsimei | Part 1Everyone scientist either young or established ones have a story to tell and Parsimei is one of those people.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you...
2022-01-0620 min
The Vulnerable Scientist24 | Vulnerable Samwel Mwamburi | Part 2 Samuel who recently moved from Kenya to Japan to pursue his PhD studies in Marine related work tells his story and how his passion for biology made him persevere through the challenges that come with pursuing a Science career in Kenya.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2022-01-0537 min
The Vulnerable Scientist23 | Vulnerable Samuel Mwamburi | Part 1Samuel who recently moved from Kenya to Japan to pursue his PhD studies in Marine related work tells his story and how his passion for biology made him persevere through the challenges that come with pursuing a Science career in Kenya.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2022-01-0434 min
The Vulnerable Scientist22 | Vulnerable Dr. Sandeep Kumar Dhanda | From India to USSandeep Kumar Dhanda, PhD is a highly-skilled Bioinformatics Scientist who tells his career journey from a low-income background in India to a top institution in the US.To be trained on the use of bioinformatics in vaccine design, Register with Dollar education.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design...
2022-01-0319 min
The Vulnerable Scientist21 | Vulnerable Faith Mokobi Zablon | 9 Years of a Lecturer's stuggle finally pay offIn this episode, Faith talks about her 9 years of looking for opportunities in science in Kenya while having a masters degree finally paying off. The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, I...
2021-12-311h 40
The Vulnerable Scientist20 | The Story of Priscilla Wakarera | Part 2 | Scientist's Path SeriesPriscilla is a Kenyan scientist and a manager in a water company explaining her research, highs and lows and more...This is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2021-12-3043 min
The Vulnerable Scientist19 | The Story of Priscilla Wakarera | Part 1 | Scientists' Path SeriesPriscilla is a Kenyan scientist and a manager in a water company narrating her childhood and how it shaped her current career in science.This is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during m...
2021-12-2951 min
The Vulnerable Scientist18 | Why I love being a scientist | Advantages of being a Lab-based ScientistIn this episode, I was able to list the reasons why I love being a scientist and share them with Milcah Kigoni and her sharing her views on the same.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to...
2021-12-2713 min
The Vulnerable Scientist17 | Vulnerable Milcah Kigoni | Part 4 | Zigzagy Science - Racism, Funding Problems etc.In this episode, I have taken out the remaining part of the interview with Milcah Kigoni as a bonus episode where we talk about things that are happening in science.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer...
2021-12-2451 min
The Vulnerable Scientist16 | Vulnerable Milcah Kigoni | Part 3: HighsIn this episode, Milcah Kigoni talks about the highs in her career journey. Listen to the previous podcasts for the other part of her story.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, I...
2021-12-2327 min
The Vulnerable Scientist15 | Vulnerable Milcah Kigoni | Part 2: LowsIn this Episode, Milcah talks about the lows in her career path both past and current. To listen to the first part of the episode, check out the previous episode to know more about Milcah before proceeding to the third part.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2021-12-2214 min
The Vulnerable Scientist14 | Vulnerable Milcah Kigoni | Part 1: IntroductionIn this Episode, Milcah introduces herself and a gives short summary of the journey to where she is as a PhD Student in the US from Kenya while mentioning some of the highs and lows of her career journey before we dive into the podcast.Episode summary;How COVID-19 affected Milcah Kigoni's PhD fundingResearch for new vaccine candidates for tickborne diseases.How Networking Helps in getting career opportunities in Research and BioinformaticsGetting a career rolling in Bioinformatics in KenyaPhD Research in Oats, at the University of Illinois, breeding in small grains and intercropping
2021-12-2116 min
The Vulnerable ScientistBe a Guest on the The Vulnerable scientist PodcastFeel free to share with the world your story.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become a scientist, What are the highs and lows you...
2021-12-2001 min
The Vulnerable ScientistMen getting stuck in women is not Witchcraft | Penile CaptivusWe often see this in dogs which is very normal during successful intercourse. What you shouldn't do is try to separate these two animals. Same as human beings though rare. In this episode, I discuss something I just researched and decided to share what I found out. BBC article: https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-25827175 How women clamp men during sex: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG1-lnmH89E&t=365s The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily liv...
2021-12-1717 min
The Vulnerable ScientistWhy Scientists need to be Vulnerable | Dr. Xiaodong Lin-Siegler's ResearchDr Xiaodong Lin is a professor of Cognitive Science in Education and the Founding Director of Education for Persistence and Innovation Center (EPIC, http://epic.tc.columbia.edu/), at Teachers College, Columbia University. She studies how to motivate students to succeed despite running into obstacles in their school work and personal life. Throughout her research, a theme is how learning about people’s processes of struggling with failures can improve students’ future learning and confidence.Learning about struggles of famous scientists may help students succeed in science (apa.org)The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-ba...
2021-12-1609 min
The Vulnerable ScientistStressful Young Academic life | 7 Biggest science problemsIn this episode, I am reading from an article written on Vox: https://www.vox.com/2016/7/14/12016710/science-challeges-research-funding-peer-review-processI got attracted to the article mainly because of the 7th reason which mainly talks of the struggles of young scientists all over the world.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design...
2021-12-1515 min
The Vulnerable ScientistThe vulnerable scientist podcast complications | Frida OyuchoIn this podcast, I discuss the hurdles that come with creating podcasts and finding scientists to be guests. Frida is a statistician who is transitioning to data science. She dealt with ART uptake in Nyamira county, Kenya among HIV patients.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time....
2021-12-1413 min
The Vulnerable ScientistVulnerable Dr. Harrison Ndung'uIn this episode, we have a chat with a Kenyan Bioinformatician who is in the industry in Kenya explaining his highs and lows in the field.Dr. Harrison Ndung'u's LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrison-ndung-u-phd-94841b37The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free...
2021-12-1336 min
The Vulnerable ScientistThe Story of Zeynab Caba | Scientist's Path SeriesZeynab Caba from the UK whose roots are in Ivory Coast tells her story of getting into biomedical science and finally switching to Health policy.This is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design d...
2021-12-1027 min
The Vulnerable ScientistThe story of Harald Simiyu | Scientist's Path SeriesThis is the story of a Kenyan Meteorologist working in Swaziland narrating his journey into his career path.This is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main q...
2021-12-0956 min
The Vulnerable ScientistThe story of Lydia Kisoo | The Scientist's Path SeriesLydia, currently a master's student at the University of Liverpool and a master's graduate ILRI fellow, tells her story.This is repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The m...
2021-12-081h 00
The Vulnerable ScientistThe story of Verena Ras | The Scientist's Path SeriesVerena Ras is a South African telling her story of navigating her science career. In the episode, she also talks about her highs and lows which are the highlight of the Vulnerable scientist podcast. This is a repurposed interview from the science media Africa interviews done in collaboration with Planet wizard Africa The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am...
2021-12-071h 02
The Vulnerable ScientistScience can be humbling | The Vulnerable ScientistThis is a story on what really pushed me into starting this podcasts as space for scientistsThe Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How are you, Introduce yourself, how did you become a scientist...
2021-12-0621 min
The Vulnerable ScientistVulnerable Collins Muli | The Vulnerable ScientistMy Microphone was sitting around and Collins got curious about what I used it on. This is how we did this episode. As much as this was the first time he was a guest on a podcast, He is excited to do another episode. Let me know what you would like to ask him using my Twitter @NewBiochemist.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science...
2021-12-0316 min
The Vulnerable Scientist2 | My first attempt to Host a Guest| Faith Zablon MokobiFaith Mokobi is a PhD Student in North Carolina researching Nanoparticles in cancer. I am going to attempt another call for my next episode for this.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.The main questions asked that scientists are expected to answer vulnerable are: How a...
2021-12-0221 min
The Vulnerable Scientist1 | Introduction to The Vulnerable Scientist | Vulnerable Sarah NyakeriThis is pretty much me talking about starting this project as an MSc Student at ILRI and how it came about. I have also talked about my day just to get a feel of what the podcast is all about.The Vulnerable Scientist is a Kenyan-based podcast that focuses on scientists' stories about their daily lives, work, and how they got to where they are. I am your host Sarah Nyakeri, a scientist, informal science communicator and a hiker. I am a multidisciplinary individual that does digital marketing and website design during my free time.
2021-12-0117 min