This day marked the end of a demanding chapter and the beginning of a new one. I feel deeply thankful for everyone who made this path possible colleagues, friends, family and a fantastic mentor @mel-foulon.bsky.social who stood by me through it all.

My heartfelt thanks also go to my thesis committee: @oneyrolles.bsky.social, @jasonkinglab.bsky.social and
@dudinlab.bsky.social for their insightful questions, thoughtful discussions, and genuine engagement during the defense, they were the perfect fit for my project and truly wonderful people.

I am deeply grateful to @soldatilab.bsky.social whose mentorship, patience, and scientific vision have been a constant source of inspiration. Working under his guidance has been a truly formative experience.

One month ago, I defended my PhD thesis 🎓, the end of a long, intense journey filled with challenges, growth, and resilience. 💪

Did you know the cell wall of mycobacteria isn’t just for protection? 🧱👀 Here, Mycobacterium marinum sheds its outer capsule right after being eaten by Dicty! A sneaky move that affects even nearby cells… #FluorescenceFriday #Mycobacteria #CellBiology #Infection #3Rmodels #Phagocytosis

Following the news that eLife will not receive an Impact Factor in 2025, we’ve shared an update on how our model is doing since we were first placed “on hold” by Web of Science, and what we’re up to now. Find out more.
https://buff.ly/3ATRAFT