Decoding Phase Transitions - The DPT Podcast
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<p>Welcome to the <strong>D</strong>ecoding <strong>P</strong>hase <strong>T</strong>ransitions – the <strong>DPT</strong> Podcast! Here, we unravel the intricate career 'phases' of individuals with PhD degrees who've navigated the complex worlds of academia and beyond.</p> <p>Each episode offers a deep dive into their unique trajectories, starting from their earliest aspirations right up to their current impactful roles. Join us as we decode the pivotal decisions and strategic moves that shaped their paths.</p> <p>We explore their daily practices, uncover unexpected 'hacks' for productivity and success, and reveal the profound impact of mentors and role models on their remarkable journeys.</p> <p>Whether you're a student, a PhD student charting your next steps, a researcher exploring new horizons, or simply curious about the diverse career paths stemming from advanced degrees, this podcast is your guide to insightful conversations and actionable wisdom.</p> <p>👉 <strong>Follow the DPT Podcast so you never miss an episode!</strong></p>
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July 1, 2026
Prof. Erio Tosatti on Science, Mentorship, Institution Building & Flying Together
Decoding Phase Transitions – the DPT Podcast || Ep.20 ||Guest: Prof. Erio Tosatti 🇮🇹🇬🇧Episode 20 of the DPT Podcast feels like a small milestone in the journey of this channel — and I cannot think of a more meaningful guest to mark it than Prof. Erio Tosatti.In this episode, I speak with Prof. Tosatti about his extraordinary journey through physics, mentorship, institution-building, and the deeper human values that shape scientific life. Prof. Tosatti is currently Professor Emeritus at SISSA and continues to be closely associated with ICTP in Trieste, where he has played a foundational role in building the condensed matter physics community.This conversation is not only about a distinguished scientific career. It is also about science as culture, mentorship as a human relationship, and the responsibility of building institutions that create opportunities for others.One of the central messages of this episode is beautifully captured in Prof. Tosatti’s words:“Either we fly together, or we do not fly at all.”Highlights from this Episode:✨ Childhood, early life, and the lessons that shaped him✨ Schooling in Modena and the role of logic, history, and culture✨ Choosing a direction without knowing the full path✨ Working while pursuing university studies✨ Going to CERN, Geneva, as a summer student✨ Transitioning from high-energy experimental physics to theory✨ Discovering condensed matter physics at Pisa✨ What great scientists do differently✨ Working with and learning from scientific giants✨ The importance of institution-building✨ ICTP, SISSA, and building scientific communities✨ Mentorship as a deeply human relationship✨ Inclusion, duty, and creating opportunities for others✨ Why science is culture before it is technicality✨ Advice to young scientists and younger self 🎧 Listen to this podcast here: https://drsanandabiswas.podbean.com 🎙️ About The Guest:Prof. Erio Tosatti is one of the most distinguished theoretical condensed matter physicists of our time. He completed his degree in Physics at the University of Modena and received his doctorate from Scuola Normale Superiore, Pisa, where he worked in theoretical condensed matter physics under the supervision of Franco Bassani. He later carried out postdoctoral research at the University of Cambridge, where he worked with P. W. Anderson. His career also includes research positions with the Italian Research Council, CNR, at Rome University and Trieste University. He went on to become a full professor at SISSA and played a foundational role in building the Condensed Matter Theory communities at SISSA and ICTP in Trieste.His research spans a broad range of condensed matter physics, including theoretical condensed matter, surfaces, nanostructures, friction and nanofriction, strongly correlated systems, fullerides, high-pressure physics, and complex materials.🎖️Major honours: Tate Medal for International Leadership in Physics, The Enrico Fermi Prize of the Italian Physical Society, Fellowship of the American Physical Society, Membership of the Accademia Nazionale dei Lincei, foreign associateship of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, foreign membership of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the Spirit of Abdus Salam Award.Google Scholar : https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=M_U7meIAAAAJ&hl=en&oi=aoWebpage : https://cm.sissa.it/people/erio-tosattiWikipedia : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erio_Tosatti🔗 Resources & Links:P. W. Anderson – “More Is Different”: https://www.tkm.kit.edu/downloads/TKM1_2011_more_is_different_PWA.pdf[Due to space limitations, we are unable to include links to all the people, places, institutions, and topics discussed in this episode.]👋 Connect with Sananda Biswas (Host):YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@SanandaBiswasPhDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sananda-biswas-PhD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sananda.biswas.phd🔔 If this conversation resonates with you, please like, share, and subscribe.⏱️ Episode Chapters:00:
June 11, 2026
Prof. Srirupa Chakraborty on Physics to Biophysics, Industry, National Labs & Academia
Decoding Phase Transitions - the DPT Podcast || Ep.19 ||Guest: Prof. Srirupa Chakraborty 🇮🇳🇺🇸How does a physicist transition into biophysics, move across industry research, national laboratories, and academia, and eventually build her own research group?In this episode of the DPT Podcast, I speak with Prof. Srirupa Chakraborty, an Assistant Professor at Northeastern University, about her scientific journey from physics to biophysics, her experiences across different research environments, and the practical lessons she learned while navigating PhD life, industry research, postdoctoral work, faculty applications, and academic leadership.This episode is full of actionable suggestions for students, PhD researchers, postdocs, and anyone thinking about building a career in academia.Highlights from this Episode: ✨ Transitioning from physics to biophysics✨ Choosing a specialization and following research questions✨ Preparing for a PhD in the United States✨ Challenges of moving abroad for graduate school✨ Differences between academia and industry research✨ What writing a patent involves✨ Research experience at National Laboratory✨ Applying for professorship positions in the US✨ Advice for academic job hunters✨ Building and leading a research group✨ How to network effectively in science✨ Learning from failures and career transitions🎙️ About The Guest:Prof. Srirupa Chakraborty is an Assistant Professor at Northeastern University. Her research journey connects physics, biophysics, computational modeling, industry research, national laboratory experience, and academic leadership.She completed her B.Sc. in Physics from Presidency College, Kolkata, and her M.Sc. in Physics from IIT Guwahati. She then pursued a PhD in Biophysics at the University at Buffalo. She has worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at IBM Thomas J. Watson Research Center and as a CNLS Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Los Alamos National Laboratory.🎖️Her work has been recognized with several awards, including the Wiley Computers in Chemistry Outstanding Research Award by the American Chemical Society in 2020, recognition by the Consortia for HIV/AIDS Vaccine Development in 2019, and the National Institutes of Health Early Stage Investigator Award in 2023.Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=eXHIOyUAAAAJ&hl=enWebpage: https://coe.northeastern.edu/people/chakraborty-srirupa/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/srirupa-chakraborty-50b13350/🔗 Resources & Links:Presidency College, Kolkata, India: https://presiuniv.ac.in/web/IIT Guwahati, India: https://www.iitg.ac.inNational Brain Research Institute, Gurgaon, India: https://www.nbrc.ac.in/newweb/ SUNY, Buffalo, US : https://www.buffalo.edu/home/ub_admissions.htmlLos Alamos National Laboratory, US : https://www.lanl.govNortheastern University, Boston, US: https://www.northeastern.eduRoger Penrose’s book on consciousness: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shadows_of_the_MindBette Korber: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bette_KorberAnthony Auerbach : https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=fpLNu8cAAAAJ&hl=enSandrasegaram Gnanakaran: https://www.biophysics.org/profiles/sandrasegaram-gnanakaranCharudatt Kadolkar: https://www.iitg.ac.in/iitg_faculty_details?fac=b21kZlZLYUlqRHU3dld5UW5qdXpjZz09SymBioSis Lab: https://sites.google.com/view/simbiosyslabGlacier webpage: https://glacier-simbiosys.comThe DPT Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, Amazon Music and all other major podcast streaming platforms. 👋 Connect with Sananda Biswas (Host):YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/@SanandaBiswasPhDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sananda.biswas.phd 🔔 If this conversation resonates with you, please like, share, and subscribe. ⏱️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome and Introduction 04:37 – From Physics to Biophysics: How the Transition Began07:58 – Childhood Curiosity and Falling in Love with Science16:00 – How to Choose a Specialization Without Getting Stuck22:25 – Bachelor’s
May 28, 2026
Dr. Aritri Bir on Brain Health, Alzheimer’s, Lifestyle & the Future of Medicine
Decoding Phase Transitions - the DPT Podcast || Ep.18 ||Guest: Dr. Aritri Bir, MD, Associate Professor 🇮🇳In this episode of the Decoding Phase Transitions (DPT) Podcast, we speak with Dr. Aritri Bir — a medical doctor, researcher, and educator working at the intersection of biochemistry, neurodegenerative diseases, metabolism, and medical education.As someone trained in physics, I have increasingly become fascinated by how the brain works — how neurons communicate, how memory forms, and what happens when these delicate systems slowly begin to fail. In this conversation, Dr. Aritri Bir helps us explore the science behind neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, and how our lifestyle choices today may shape the future health of our brain.Highlights from this Episode: ✨ Understanding Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease✨Mitochondria, metabolism, and brain degeneration✨ How lifestyle choices affect long-term brain health✨ Does reading and writing actually help the brain?✨ Effects of stress and hormonal imbalance✨ The realities of medical education and MD life✨ Future role of AI in medicine and education✨ Preventive healthcare and healthy aging...and much more. 🎙️ About The Guest:Dr. Aritri Bir completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Medical College, Kolkata, followed by an MD in Biochemistry from the Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, Kolkata. She later earned a Diploma in National Board (DNB) in Biochemistry, where she received the prestigious President’s Gold Medal.Over the years, she has served as:Associate Professor at IQ City Narayana Multispeciality Hospital, DurgapurAssociate Professor at MGM Medical College, KishanganjAssistant Professor at the Dr. B.C. Roy Multispeciality Medical Research Centre, IIT Kharagpur.🎖️President’s Gold Medal (DNB)Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=8eikQsoAAAAJ&hl=enWebpage: https://www.iitkgp.ac.in/department/SH/faculty/sh-aritriLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=Aritri%20bir&origin=GLOBAL_SEARCH_HEADER🔗 Resources & Links:Medical College, Kolkata, India : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medical_College_%26_Hospital,_KolkataDr B C Roy Multi Speciality Medical Research Centre : https://www.iitkgp.ac.in/navpage/admissionsInstitute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research, Kolkata : Prof. Sasanka Chakrabarty : https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DPk6nF8AAAAJ&hl=en🔔 If this conversation resonates with you, please like, share, and subscribe. ⏱️ Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Welcome and Introduction03:57 – How She Decided to Become a Doctor06:41 – Biggest Surprise After Entering Medicine08:21 – Role of Parents, Teachers & Mentors13:06 – Taking Career Decisions Early15:30 – Influence of Her Mother17:22 – Medical Entrance Preparation24:19 – Challenges During First Year of Medical College25:52 – Support from Seniors29:41 – Career Options After MBBS32:17 – Teachers and Role Models in Medical School38:36 – Why Pursue an MD After MBBS40:36 – Career Paths After MBBS43:60 – Choosing MD in Biochemistry45:51 – Research Topics During MD49:16 – Her Research Thesis Topic59:52 – Understanding Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s Disease01:06:49 – Early Detection and Warning Signs01:08:41 – Lifestyle Choices to Prevent Neurodegeneration01:10:43 – Collaborations During Research01:16:08 – Has Awareness Increased?01:18:14 – Does Reading & Writing Help Brain Health?01:24:58 – Does Stress Affect the Brain?01:25:29 – Hormonal Effects on Health01:27:52 – DNB in Biochemistry01:32:11 – Coming to IIT Kharagpur01:34:53 – Early Career Research Challenges01:37:03 – Her New Research Topic01:45:31 – Metabolic Health Effects01:48:22 – Vision of AI in Medical Education01:56:27 – Fun Trivia About Her02:04:59 – Advice to Her Younger Self02:07:55 – Final ThoughtsThe DPT Podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podchaser, Amazon Music and all other major podcast stream
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