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Grit Over Genius: What It Really Takes to Succeed in Science When people ask what it takes to succeed in the life sciences , especially in academia , talent is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But over the years, I’ve come to realize that talent is probably the least important factor. What really matters—what truly carries you through—is hard work, perseverance, resilience, and the ability to keep going, even when things don’t go as planned. It’s Not About Being the Smartest in the Room You don’t need to be the most naturally gifted person to succeed in research. Talent can help, sure—but even without it, you can thrive if you’re willing to put in the work. I’ve always believed that hard work can catch up with and even surpass talent. A talented person might need 10 experiments to get results; someone else might need 100. But in the end, it’s the person who doesn’t give up who will succeed. The truth is, if you're willing to read, to think, to try and try again, you ...

From Delhi to Austria: A PhD Journey Fueled by Curiosity and a Twitter Job Post Welcome back to the blog, everyone! Today, we're diving into the inspiring journey of Saruchi, a PhD student in her final year at the University of Salzburg . From humble beginnings in India to pursuing advanced research in Austria, her story is a blend of ambition, serendipity, and adaptability. And yes—you read that right—she found her PhD position on Twitter ! An Unexpected Path to Austria When asked how she ended up in Austria, Saruchi smiled and said, “I actually found this position on Twitter, surprisingly.” Like many aspiring researchers, she had been applying to various PhD opportunities across Europe, the USA, and Australia through platforms like Nature.com , LinkedIn, and FindAPhD . But it was a chance discovery on social media that led her to her current lab. “I wouldn’t say I chose Austria—Austria kind of chose me,” she explained. “The topic fit my interests perfectly, and my future superv...