In this inaugural episode, mentor Karina Alviña, PhD, and mentee Farhana Afroz, PhD, reflect on the importance of a combination of personal understanding and respect for one another's scientific ideas to developing a successful mentoring relationship. Their story includes the challenges of research during the COVID-19 pandemic, changing institutions, and navigating unfamiliar cultural norms, along with advice for building trust, taking opportunities, and staying connected.

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With special guests:

Karina Alviña, PhD and Farhana Afroz, PhD