Lucy Shahabian is a PhD student at the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics, with 5 years of research and laboratory work expertise through her studies. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Biology from the University of Nicosia, and a Master’s degree in Molecular Medicine from the Cyprus Institute of Neurology and Genetics. She is currently working on her PhD project, where she is investigating the link between Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) and Type II Diabetes through murine models of AD, and the possible use of diabetic pharmacological intervention to alleviate or slow down the symptoms of the disease. Lucy has also participated in several science communication consortiums, both in the organizing committees and also as a speaker in conferences.

Changing Degrees and Pursuing My Own Passions: My Journey to a Fulfilling PhD 

Ever spent years in a degree you were not happy with? This PhD student has, and she advocates for being brave enough to choose personal fulfilment over societal expectations and conventional timelines. In this article, she shares her breakthrough in changing academic direction to a path that better aligns with her passions, and offers empowering words to others who may be in a similar situation.

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Preparing For Your PhD Interview

Ready to take the next step in your academic career with a PhD? Don’t miss out on these top tips for acing your PhD interview, from finding the right project to researching your supervisors and preparing for presentations.

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How to Deal with Boredom During the PhD

This article discusses the dark cloud of boredom that doctoral students may experience during the long PhD journey. It explores some possible causes of boredom, such as social media leading to comparison and disinterest in our own lives, and provides tips on how to handle it – aiming to inspire and encourage you to have a wonderful research journey ahead!

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