Welcome to season 2 of Probably Platelets, the first-ever podcast hosted by the UK Platelet Society. Your hosts, Beth, a post-doctoral researcher from the University of Leeds, and Alex, a post-doctoral researcher from the University of Birmingham, have a chat with platelet researchers to find out more about their career journey, laugh about some of their mistakes, and you never know,  we'll probably talk about platelets.

In this episode, we’re joined by Professor Alison Goodall, Emeritus Professor of Thrombosis and Haemostasis in the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Leicester. Alison shares her incredible journey through academia, from her early work on some of the first monoclonal antibodies to leading her own research group, spinning out a company, and taking on multiple leadership roles throughout her career.

We chat about her experience moving between institutions, the transition to emeritus professor status, and her approach to part-time retirement. Alison also reflects on the broader challenges and opportunities in academic life, and shares the surprising career she once dreamed of before science: becoming a film director!

This episode was recorded in November 2024, and we are so grateful to Alison for her time and generosity in sharing her story with us. It was a real privilege to hear about her multifaceted career and thoughtful reflections on research, leadership, and life beyond the lab.

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