Nazerke

Science Talk with Naz

Science EN ↓ 31 episodes

Are you seeking for some tips and wisdom from scientists? Here we talk about science and share academic experiences and more. In general, I am keen on talking with people in any scientific fields and/or who have general interest in science because diversity provides resilience. This podcast will: Deliver more detailed description about an academic life for all students who want to pursue an academic career Deep talks with academics about their research works Academic journeys and experiences Overall, any episode contains advice and guidance for everyone who has an interest in science. Websi...

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Digital Soil Mapping / N addition to forest soils / Soil Drying and Rewetting 15.06.2022 1:15:09

Stefan J. Forstner, a Ph. D. at the Austrian Research Centre for Forests (BFW). Stefan is a young scientist who has already published the research works he has been involved in since 2018. Currently, he is working on the "Digital Soil Map of Austria". In this episode, you get to know about Stefan's past and present research works. Most importantly, he was very open and supportive of the idea of ma...

Stem greenhouse gases / Forest management systems / Forest soils and greenhouse gases 03.06.2022 50:54

In this episode we discuss greenhouse gases and their natural sources such as forest and soil, where we cover related topics as well (forest management systems, greenhouse gas measurements, tree species etc.) At the same time, we cover the most common topics about PhD reaserch as publishing papers, peer reviewing, sources of stress etc. 0:00 who is Anike Berane / What does she study 0:43 what are...

Adventures in Russia and Kazakhstan 22.04.2022 1:43:39

In this episode, we discuss languages, political sciences, and history. We demystify some common stereotypes about Americans, Russians, and Kazakh people. Joshua also shares his volunteer experiences with immigrants fleeing their countries. During the conversation, many topics come up in the discussion like Ukraine, rigorous teaching methods, and some book recommendations on history. 1. The...

First-Year PhD Candidate Experience (with Ubaida Yousaf) 09.04.2022 45:42

In this episode, we discuss the student life after being accepted for a certain PhD position. We discuss everything starting from a first experience until some of the expected multi-tasks e.g. teaching, publishing papers etc. You can get a general description of a PhD first-year experience such as becoming an independent researcher, building a healthy relationship with your supervisors and more. S...

Application Process for PhD (Top US University Edition) Part 2 01.04.2022 1:00:08

In this podcast we discuss in detail about the application processes for PhD and master’s degrees. Covering all the steps such as: Finding a PhD Interviews Reference Letters 00:07 Why reach out to PI 06:55 Funding is important? 11:34 PhD interviews 23:45 Interview at Columbia University 33:25 Unexpected question 38:43 Reference letters 46:30 Why PhD? 46:52 Networking, books, listening ... 51:41 A...

Application Process for PhD (Top US University Edition) Part 1 25.03.2022 1:00:13

In this podcast we discuss in detail about the application processes for PhD and master’s degrees. Covering all the steps such as: When and how to start your application processes Motivation letter CV/Resume 00:35 Who is Patrick Zoé Cito Namulisa 01:43 What is an IMSOGLO? 02:56 IMSOGLO master experience (Patrick) 04:26 Master application processes 06:11 Columbia University & where/how to sta...