Testimonials
Curious what it’s like to be part of our community?
Hear directly from the talented researchers, innovators, and changemakers who’ve joined us through the Rising Stars program. In these video testimonials, alumni share personal insights into their residency experiences, their research journeys, and what it meant to live and work in Freiburg.
Whether they’re in the lab, exploring a new culture, or pushing the boundaries of science, their stories bring the program to life – explore their journeys below!
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Cohort 2023-24: Meet Aleesha
Aleesha joined us from Sydney as part of the 2023–24 Rising Stars residency program. Her PhD research focuses on the development of a bionic eye. In this video, Aleesha gives a behind-the-scenes look at her daily lab work, shares reflections on her experience abroad, and dives into the science that inspires her.
Cohort 2021-22: Meet Edoardo
“Sometimes, one action can change one’s career path, take one to another city or country and open up countless new opportunities. For Dr. Edoardo Milana and Dr. María Belén Camarada, applying for the Freiburg Rising Stars Academy at the University of Freiburg was such an action.“
