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Juliana Valle
City Coordinator
I am an ecologist who dedicated most of the academic life to study analytical biogeochemistry in lakes and sediments. After my PhD I pursued different pathways, but life brought me back to the Technical University of Munich as a scientific project manager.
Kalliope Diakopoulos
Fundraising
I am a postdoc in pancreatic cancer/ pancreatitis research at the Klinikum Rechts der Isar, TUM. I have followed the path of science for a long time, but just recently discovered the benefits of combining it with a refreshing pint! I figured working towards this goal would be a cool achievement!
Maira Torres
Publicity & content manager
I’m a Brazilian PhD student at Gene Center (LMU) and my work involves the characterization of jumping genes in a context of neurodegenerative diseases. But better than be in the lab is talk and discuss science with a cold pint on hand!
Stella Chroni
Publicity & Content Manager
I am currently a MSc student in Molecular Biology at LMU, impressed by the constant discoveries in science. Through PoS I want to share my enthusiasm and curiosity for science with a broader audience. In my free time, I enjoy crafting, reading, going to the movies, and cafe hopping.
Stephanie Santos-Paulo
Publicity & Content Manager
I grew up in the UK in a Brazilian family and have moved to Munich recently. I’m passionate about breaking down communication barriers between academia and the public - science affects us all and we should all be able to access it and have fun with it! I am a medical doctor by background, and am par…
Diana Gonzalez
Marketing and Outreach Manager
As a Pulmonary medical scientist, I've dived into the exciting realm of scientific discovery, tackling the misinformation swirling in communities. Join us for a lively meetup in Munich, where you can sip on your favorite drink and get up close with our researchers in a fun-filled format!
Davide Costa
Marketing and Outreach Manager
After studying engineering physics and electronics engineering and a brief stint as a teacher, I came to Munich to study physics, and I'm now writing my thesis at the Max Planck Institute, where I'm working with muon detectors for ATLAS. I've loved science since I was little and beer (officially) si…
Osman Cakir
Website Manager
Hello there! I have a background in economics, both at the bachelor's and master's level, but these days, I find myself working as a software developer. I'm also on the path to a PhD in art history, though I haven't quite finished that journey yet. I guess you could say I have a wide range of intere…
Maria Cristina Pop
Venue Manager
I’m a PhD student researching the impact of nutrition on brain development. I’m passionate about making science accessible and exciting for everyone—especially when there’s a drink involved! As part of the Pint of Science team, I’m thrilled to bring inspiring research from the lab to the bar, one pi…
Marjolein Heddes
Venue Manager
I'm a Postdoc at the Helmholtz in Munich investigating our biological clock. I love meeting new people and talk about the fascinating world of science. I think combining the best things in life: beer, science and nice company, is always a good idea!
Nikola Sobczak
Speakers Manager
I'm a 3rd-year PhD student at IPEK, LMU, where I spend my days (and sometimes nights) exploring the world of immunology. My favorite cell type? Neutrophils, of course—they’re like the superheroes of the immune system, always ready to leap into action! I'm thrilled to be part of the Pint of Science t…
Masood Aziz
Event manager
I am a postdoctoral researcher in industry, specialising in structural biology and biophysics, with an academic background in these fields. I am passionate about making science accessible to the public, believing that effective communication can spark curiosity, inspire new perspectives, and strengt…
George Shakir
Event manager
Egyptian, science enthusiast and outgoing/extrovert person. I studied for my bachelor's degree in Cairo, and came to Bonn to continue my master's studies. In 2020 I came to Munich for my PhD with a focus on interaction between the immune system, cardiovascular diseases and hematopoiesis, which also …