Since the pictures speak louder than words, here are some memories from SOLEIL. If one wants to know more about the synchrotron, have a look- youtu.be/b15hUPV5sBY?...

Today’s serotonin boost? My personal timer appearing while I was making gourmet meals for bacteria.

Who needs diamonds when you have surprise lab tools?
#PhDlife

Protein biochemistry is amazing—and by amazing, I mean a wild ride that starts with 300 mL of preculture, scales up to 6 liters of shaking culture (that mysteriously always finishes at 2 AM), and hopefully ends with at least 6 grams of cell pellet.

Our lab superstar Stephane takes care of our lab in the best way possible. It's an honor to share the lab with him every single day.

A blend of Science and fun...
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Mere color, unspoiled by meaning, and unallied with definite form, can speak to the soul in a thousand different ways.
— Oscar Wilde

Academia’s a journey of the mind—and sometimes, of clay. When the café that fired your ceramics puts them on display, it feels like a little piece of your soul is seen. So glad the sunshine rangoli sent warm vibes all the way here at France :)

One of my crystal plate had this character today. Life is full of surprises 🌟

In this issue of Cell, Deng et al. provide a proteomics atlas for 1706 human diseases. The cover image portrays a human composed of proteins who is examining their health status (represented by the ECG monitoring interface) with the assistance of AI. Source: Cell, Volume 188, January 9, 2025

Color is the keyboard, the eyes are the harmonies, the soul is the piano with many strings.
– Wassily Kandinsky

The surprises of my place...

I was left with 6 microcentrifuge tubes yesterday and since it was getting late to go back home, I grabbed my bag to catch the last bus. I reach the lab this morning to see the box filled back. It's great to work with a team of unsung scientific heroes, especially Stephane Goffinont. Merci Stephane!

Today was a truly unforgettable day as our supervisor successfully defended his HDR. This achievement means that our thesis will officially carry his name. Witnessing him defend the remarkable work he's dedicated years to—and continues to pursue alongside us—filled us with immense joy.

One of the best news of this life is coming soon. Unable to hold back the nerves and excitement.... announcing from the top of lungs tomorrow.

Olaf just came to life...