In conversation with Ana Kramar, Susana Guzman Puyol, and Joice Kaschuk
Joice Kaschuk, Ana Kramar, and Susana Guzman Puyol have recently joined forces with the EPNOE Junior Group, bringing their expertise to the group from Wageningen University & Research, and the Spanish Council for Scientific Research (CSIC).
Their research is a source of inspiration for the EPNOE community, dedicated to shaping a more sustainable and innovative future.
We sat down with them to explore further.
“What is your research about in a nutshell?”
Joice: “My research aims to produce nanomaterials from agricultural waste, employing green methods to enhance sustainability across medical, energy, and environmental applications.”
Ana: “My focus lies in spinning techniques for polysaccharide-based nano and microfiber production, geared towards designing nanomaterials for textile, biomedical, and food packaging applications.”
Susana: “I work in the production of multifunctional bioplastics from agro-food waste for food packaging applications.”
“What inspired you to join the EPNOE Junior Team?”
Joice: “I believe that by joining the EPNOE Junior Team, I can expand my network and community within the polysaccharide field, crucial for my career and development.”
Ana: “I joined the EPNOE Junior group to engage with fellow scientists in the polysaccharide community, to share experiences and ideas, and especially to foster innovation in the industrial application of polysaccharide-based materials.”
Susana: “EPNOE presents an excellent opportunity to meet new polysaccharide researchers and establish collaborations.”
“As a junior researcher, what suggestions do you have for others in your position? What would you like to share with them?”
Joice: “The scientific journey can feel lonely without a supportive community, so I highly recommend that all young researchers join EPNOE Junior activities. This amazing group will not only support your career but also become your friends, making the journey enjoyable.”
Ana: “Be passionate yet patient with your research; positive outcomes drive science and innovation forward, but consider ‘negative’ results as essential building blocks of experience and skills, often overlooked but crucial for shaping you as a scientist.”
Susana: “Being a researcher is not always easy, but this job offers the opportunity to learn something new almost every day.”