41- Dr Mirna Mustapha- Creating passionate and compassionate research environments

Dr Mirna Mustapha is an MRC Senior Fellow at the University of Sheffield (UK). Her research through multiple international collaborations has led to the identification of over 15 human genes involved in deafness. She has plenty experience of being the only woman from a Global South country in the room. Why having support networks and mentors are key to survive and thrive in research careersWhy we need to continue challenging the status quo when it comes to diversity in research environmentWhy new research group leader need to be supported not just to enter academic role, but to become the best leaders and managers they can be.