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Lab Notes and Life Lessons

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*Lab Notes & Life Lessons* is the podcast about the people shaping science. The scientists, founders, professors, and innovators. We go beyond publications to uncover the curiosity, resilience, and unexpected turns that define a life in research. Hosts Divya Srinivasan, a scientist and startup enthusiast, and Mrinalini Sundar, journalist-turned-marketer, talk to guests about: - How they built their careers in science. - Navigating challenges like funding, career pivots, failure. - The growing role of AI in research. This is your front-row seat to authentic stories from beyond the lab.

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8/5/2025

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Episode thumbnail for S2 Ep 2 : Science at the Edge of the Unknown with Dr. Satya Chanakya

March 1, 2026

S2 Ep 2 : Science at the Edge of the Unknown with Dr. Satya Chanakya

<p>What’s it like to do climate science at the edge of the world?</p><p>In this episode, we speak with Satya Chanakya, isotope and trace element geochemist at the University of Cambridge, whose research has taken him from Antarctic expeditions to cutting-edge labs.</p><p>We explore the realities of life at sea, what those tiny ocean samples actually reveal about Earth’s climate, and how geochemistry connects directly to today’s carbon removal efforts. </p><p>Satya also shares the human side of high-stakes science and the challenges that comes with exploring the unexplored.</p><p>From icebreaker ships to global climate systems, this episode is a glimpse into the science and the person behind the data.</p><p>Sponsored by Neuralumi.com : The all-in-one AI platform for researchers.</p><p>Hosted by : Mrinalini Sundar &amp; Divya Srinivasan</p><p><br></p>

Episode thumbnail for S2 Ep 1 : Diving Deep into Molecular Structures with Dr. Sneha Bheemireddy

February 9, 2026

S2 Ep 1 : Diving Deep into Molecular Structures with Dr. Sneha Bheemireddy

<p>After a short hiatus, Mrinalini and Divya are back with a bang! In this exciting episode, Dr. Sneha Bheemireddy who works at the intersection of biology and molecular simulations joins for a conversation on everything from ambition, mentorship to becoming a scientist working to create cutting edge breakthroughs and life saving medications! </p><p><br></p><p>Episode sponsor : www. neuralumi.com</p><p><br></p><p>Sound engineer : Sujeta Challa </p><p><br></p><p>Hosts: Mrinalini Sundar, Divya Srinivasan</p>

Episode thumbnail for Ep 4 Dr. Kalai Ramea - When Climate Meets Code: How AI Is Rewriting the Future of Climate Science

October 29, 2025

Ep 4 Dr. Kalai Ramea - When Climate Meets Code: How AI Is Rewriting the Future of Climate Science

<p>What happens when climate science, AI, and entrepreneurship collide? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. <strong>Kalai Ramea</strong>, Co-Founder and CTO of <strong>Planette AI</strong>, whose NASA-backed project QubitCast is redefining how we forecast weather, model emissions, and protect communities from climate extremes. From building intelligent climate models to transforming complex datasets into tools for real-world decision-making, Dr. Ramea shares how deep tech can turn predictions into planetary action.</p><p><br></p>

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What is Lab Notes and Life Lessons?

Lab Notes & Life Lessons is the podcast about the people shaping science. The scientists, founders, professors, and innovators. We go beyond publications to uncover the curiosity, resilience, and unexpected turns that define a life in research.

Hosts Divya Srinivasan, a scientist and startup enthusiast, and Mrinalini Sundar, journalist-turned-marketer, talk to guests about:

  • How they built their careers in science.
  • Navigating challenges like funding, career pivots, failure.
  • The growing role of AI in research. This is your front-row seat to authentic stories from beyond the lab.
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