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Feb 17, 2025 Join a vibrant discussion where science meets fun! Discover how two professors forged a lasting friendship during their PhDs. They dive into the art of evaluating scientific studies and the importance of clear communication. Reflect on personal health journeys and how they faced biases in research. Hear a heartfelt story about cochlear implants and the transformative power of clinical trials. Plus, get a glimpse into their engaging teaching styles and the provocative topics that shape their lively conversations.
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Meeting at Stanford
- Regina Nuzzo and Kristin Sainani met in the late 1990s at Stanford through their then-boyfriends.
- Though the relationships ended, their friendship has endured.
Fitness and Hobbies
- Sainani taught Nuzzo and her boyfriend how to lift weights and run.
- Sainani collects exercise machines, including a vintage NordicTrack inline skating machine.
Career Paths in Science Writing
- After her PhD, Sainani left academia for science writing, joining the UC Santa Cruz program.
- Nuzzo followed two years later, inspired by a phone conversation with Sainani.