Lab Notes and Life Lessons

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*Lab Notes & Life Lessons* is the podcast about the people shaping science. The scientists, founders, professors, and innovators. We go beyond publications to uncover the curiosity, resilience, and unexpected turns that define a life in research. Hosts Divya Srinivasan, a scientist and startup enthusiast, and Mrinalini Sundar, journalist-turned-marketer, talk to guests about:- How they built their careers in science. - Navigating challenges like funding, career pivots, failure.- The growing role of AI in research. This is your front-row seat to authentic stories from beyond the lab.

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S2 Ep 2 : Science at the Edge of the Unknown with Dr. Satya Chanakya 01.03.2026 25:40

What’s it like to do climate science at the edge of the world? In this episode, we speak with Satya Chanakya, isotope and trace element geochemist at the University of Cambridge, whose research has taken him from Antarctic expeditions to cutting-edge labs. We explore the realities of life at sea, what those tiny ocean samples actually reveal about Earth’s climate, and how geochemistry connects dir...

S2 Ep 1 : Diving Deep into Molecular Structures with Dr. Sneha Bheemireddy 09.02.2026 26:38

After a short hiatus, Mrinalini and Divya are back with a bang! In this exciting episode, Dr. Sneha Bheemireddy who works at the intersection of biology and molecular simulations joins for a conversation on everything from ambition, mentorship to becoming a scientist working to create cutting edge breakthroughs and life saving medications! Episode sponsor : www. neuralumi.com Sound engineer : Suje...

Ep 4 Dr. Kalai Ramea - When Climate Meets Code: How AI Is Rewriting the Future of Climate Science 29.10.2025 35:14

What happens when climate science, AI, and entrepreneurship collide? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kalai Ramea , Co-Founder and CTO of Planette AI , whose NASA-backed project QubitCast is redefining how we forecast weather, model emissions, and protect communities from climate extremes. From building intelligent climate models to transforming complex datasets into tools for real-world deci...

Ep 3 Yuki Nishimura - Analog Mars Mission & Real-world impact of Space Research 30.09.2025 29:46

Analog astronaut and R&D leader Yuki Nishimura takes us inside Mars simulation missions! From growing spirulina and running hydroponics to testing drones and EVA mobility, he shares his experience in various research settings. We talk about: Life in a sealed habitat where every drop of water and breath of air counts Why lessons from space exploration matter for sustainability on Earth How AI c...

Ep 2 Sripadh Guptha Yedire - Curiosity, grit and reimagining diagnostics as an entrepreneur 05.09.2025 24:04

In our second episode of Lab Notes & Life Lessons , Vanier Scholar and MedTech entrepreneur Sripadh Guptha Yedire talks about curiosity, grit, and reimagining diagnostics as a scientist-founder. We explore: How his journey led from chemical engineering in India to biomedical innovation in Canada The challenges and breakthroughs of developing wearable biosensors and rapid diagnostic tools What...

Ep.1 Dr. Amrita Madabushi : Resilience, mentorship, and building a rewarding career in science 05.08.2025 30:13

In our debut episode of Lab Notes & Life Lessons , Professor and biotech founder Amrita Madabushi talks about resilience in science, mentoring across cultures, and the often unseen grind behind academic success. We explore: How she pivoted from physics to molecular biology The rewards and challenges of guiding postdocs and first-gen STEM students Where AI can speed up biotech research and trai...