Science & Community

I believe that a feeling of belonging is essential to pursuing a successful career in science, and to scientific progress more broadly. Science thrives when people with different experiences, perspectives, and ways of thinking feel welcome and able to contribute. Creating spaces within academia where researchers and students can share their experiences, including the challenges of being a minority or following a non-traditional path, is therefore an important part of building a stronger scientific community. I have shared my own experience of finding a place in academia through public talks, and through the articles below.

Opening remarks for the panel event “Do I Belong in Science?”, held at the Banff International Research Station (BIRS) on February 11, 2026, as part of the workshop.
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Article: An awakening: How I finally found my confidence as a scientist, Science, 2025.
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Article: Meet Dr. Maria Martignoni, a mathematical biologist advocating for a better work-life balance in academia!, The Female Scientist, 2023
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