Dr. Daniela Popa

Dr. Daniela Popa

Author: Stories of WiN May 28, 2025 Duration: 49:54
Dr. Daniela Popa on emotional and motor role of the cerebellum, co-leading a team and challenges in equality

Behind every discovery in the complex world of the brain, there's a person with a story. Stories of Women in Neuroscience brings those personal narratives to the forefront, moving beyond publications and lab notes to explore the lived experiences of the researchers themselves. Each episode is an in-depth conversation, where neuroscientists share not just the details of their groundbreaking work, but the winding path that led them there. You'll hear about the unexpected hurdles, the moments of serendipity, and the personal passions that fuel a life in science. This podcast, created by Stories of WiN, delves into the human side of a rigorous field, offering a rare look at the determination, creativity, and resilience required to build a career in neuroscience. It’s about the culture of science, the life choices we make, and the societal context that shapes these journeys. Tune in for honest discussions that reveal how diverse perspectives and individual stories are fundamentally driving our understanding of the mind.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Stories of Women in Neuroscience
Podcast Episodes
Dr. Julie Koenig [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:55
Dr. Julie Koenig on spatial representation and gaining new skills across the globe
Dr. Pegah Kassraian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:54
Dr. Pegah Kassraian on social memory, the hippocampus and finding her way home
Dr. Lea Duncker [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:36
Dr. Lea Duncker on statistical neuroscience and making space for creativity in science
Dr. Francesca Siclari [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:50
Dr. Francesca Siclari on how dreams can inform our understanding of consciousness
Dr. Binxu Wang [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:11:23
Dr. Binxu Wang on generative models and on shifting from physics to neuroscience
Dr. Egzona Morina [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:50
Dr. Egzona Morina on environmental neuroscience, starting a NGO and finding her own academic path
Dr. Suzanne Haber [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:31
Dr. Suzanne Haber on behavior, anatomy, and the future of personalized medicine
Dr. Megan Peters [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:37
Dr. Megan Peters on consciousness, confidence, and building a global, inclusive summer school
Dr. Evgenia Salta [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:12
Dr. Evgenia Salta on the surprising link between neurogenesis and neurodegeneration
Dr. Carol Mason [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:14
Dr. Carol Mason on microscopy, visual system development, and her personal approach to leadership