SpotlightsIn recognition of the outstanding lives and accomplishments of our members, each month we profile two RNA Society members—one Full member and one Student/Post-doctoral Fellow member—as part of our Member Spotlight Series. Read about your colleagues’ career paths, their advice for succeeding in science, and their favorite RNA! Featured SpotlightsDr. Francesca Aguilo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular Biology at Umeå University, Sweden, where her group studies RNA modifications such as m6A. In this month’s piece, written by Maxime Wery and edited by Jennifer Porat, she shares her journey into the world of RNA modifications and insights into balancing one’s work and personal lives. Dr. Simone Detassis is a scientist and postdoctoral researcher at the University of Trento, where his work bridges the academic and industrial sectors to advance small RNA detection technology. In this month’s piece, written by Dr. Anna Sherwood and edited by Dr. Jennifer Porat, he shares how his industry collaborations took him across Europe and Brazil, his approach to developing a work-life balance, and his advice on navigating difficult career situations. |