Lab Notes and Life Lessons

What’s it like to do climate science at the edge of the world?In this episode, we speak with Satya Chanakya, isotope and trace element geochemist at the University of Cambridge, whose research has taken him from Antarctic expeditions to cutting-edge labs.We explore the realities of life at sea, what those tiny ocean samples actually reveal about Earth’s climate, and how geochemistry connects directly to today’s carbon removal efforts. Satya also shares the human side of high-stakes science and the challenges that comes with exploring the unexplored.From icebreaker ships to global climate systems, this episode is a glimpse into the science and the person behind the data.Sponsored by Neuralumi.com : The all-in-one AI platform for researchers.Hosted by : Mrinalini Sundar & Divya Srinivasan

After a short hiatus, Mrinalini and Divya are back with a bang! In this exciting episode, Dr. Sneha Bheemireddy who works at the intersection of biology and molecular simulations joins for a conversation on everything from ambition, mentorship to becoming a scientist working to create cutting edge breakthroughs and life saving medications! Episode sponsor : www. neuralumi.comSound engineer : Sujeta Challa Hosts: Mrinalini Sundar, Divya Srinivasan

What happens when climate science, AI, and entrepreneurship collide? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kalai Ramea, Co-Founder and CTO of Planette AI, whose NASA-backed project QubitCast is redefining how we forecast weather, model emissions, and protect communities from climate extremes. From building intelligent climate models to transforming complex datasets into tools for real-world decision-making, Dr. Ramea shares how deep tech can turn predictions into planetary action.

Analog astronaut and R&D leader Yuki Nishimura takes us inside Mars simulation missions! From growing spirulina and running hydroponics to testing drones and EVA mobility, he shares his experience in various research settings.We talk about:Life in a sealed habitat where every drop of water and breath of air countsWhy lessons from space exploration matter for sustainability on EarthHow AI can be a great partner for space research.🎙 Hosted by Mrinalini & Divya on Lab Notes & Life Lessons. Sound Engineer - Suteja ChallaSponsored by Neura Lumi. Visit www.neuralumi.com to find out how to accelerate your research with an AI research partner.

In our second episode of Lab Notes & Life Lessons, Vanier Scholar and MedTech entrepreneur Sripadh Guptha Yedire talks about curiosity, grit, and reimagining diagnostics as a scientist-founder.We explore:How his journey led from chemical engineering in India to biomedical innovation in CanadaThe challenges and breakthroughs of developing wearable biosensors and rapid diagnostic toolsWhat it takes to translate lab research into real-world MedTech solutionsThe human side of entrepreneurship : Doubts, pivots, and resilience along the wayIf you’re curious about how cutting-edge science turns into impactful healthcare innovation, this episode is for you.🎧 Learn more about Neuralumi at www.neuralumi.comHosts: Mrinalini Sundar & Divya SrinivasanSound engineer: Suteja Challa

In our debut episode of Lab Notes & Life Lessons, Professor and biotech founder Amrita Madabushi talks about resilience in science, mentoring across cultures, and the often unseen grind behind academic success.We explore:How she pivoted from physics to molecular biologyThe rewards and challenges of guiding postdocs and first-gen STEM studentsWhere AI can speed up biotech research and trainingLessons for building a meaningful career in scienceIf you’re curious about the people shaping science—and the human stories behind it—this episode is for you.🎧 Learn more about Neuralumi at neuralumi.com.Hosts : Mrinalini Sundar & Divya SrinivasanSound Engineer : Suteja Challa