01/12/2025
🎙️ The Podcast Episode is LIVE Now!
I’m excited to share that the newest episode of “Myths of Research and PhD’s Life” is now live!
This month’s guest is .ksh*tij — a Science Communicator, astrophysics researcher by training, TEDx speaker, and one of the most passionate voices in science outreach today.
Ksh*tij’s journey is unique and deeply inspiring. Though he could not continue in academia due to personal reasons, his connection with research, love for science, and commitment toward public engagement have only strengthened over time. From working at IIT Kanpur, IISER Berhampur, and ICSC Ahmedabad to inspiring lakhs of students through social media, his story is a reminder that stepping away from academia doesn’t mean stepping away from science.
In this episode, he talks about:
• His transition from academia to industry
• The challenges and emotional realities behind leaving research
• His love for teaching and science communication
• Why staying connected to science matters, no matter where you work
This is the 7th episode of the series, and the first featuring someone who isn’t currently in research — and that brings a refreshing and honest perspective to our conversation.
đź”— Watch the full episode here:
https://youtu.be/OVyoqoWIyBQ
A powerful, heartfelt story.
Hope you enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed recording it!
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