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5 Jan 2025
Podcast episode
20 Dec 2024
In this episode of NeuroVoyagers, we are joined by Professor Marie Dacke from Lund University, an expert in sensory biology and behavioral neuroscience. Marie shares her journey from childhood curiosity about animals to groundbreaking discoveries on dung beetle navigation using celestial cues like the Milky Way. She discusses her Ig Nobel Prize-winning research, her approach to mentoring the next generation of scientists, and balancing outreach with academic work. With her engaging storytelling and valuable advice, Marie inspires us to embrace the unexpected and find joy in science communication and discovery.
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About the episode
Episode: 4
Duration: 26:56
Published on:
20 Dec 2024
In this episode of NeuroVoyagers, Professor Marie Dacke shares her journey into science, her discoveries on dung beetle navigation using the Milky Way, and the impact of her Ig Nobel Prize-winning work. Join us for insights into her research and the importance of mentorship and science communication.
