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The last episode of Season 3 features Virginija Poskute, a Lithuanian professor and researcher. Her work focuses on the intersection of business and the state in addressing social problems, with a particular emphasis on long-term care and retirement provisions. With a diverse professional path that has taken her through various educational institutions and cultural contexts, Virginija brings a global perspective to these crucial issues.
In this episode, we’ll discuss the delicate balance between state intervention and market solutions, what different countries can learn from each other, and how research can help shape policies for the future. Virginija was part of the BAFF Research Scholar Program.
In the podcast, we talk about:
The main difference between Europe and the US when dealing with social challenges Why copying solutions from other countries doesn’t workHow did Virginija find her favorite field?Pillars of the pension system in the Baltics. Researching long-term care in different countries. Advice for young researchers and final thoughtsLearn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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Meet Ryte Damaseviciute, a resident doctor in Vilnius with a strong passion for improving how medical students and physicians engage with research. She believes that even those who don’t plan to become scientists should have a solid foundation in clinical research and data science.
Ryte focuses on Pancreatic cancer clinical research. Predictive models for post-operative complications evaluation. Her main passion is in medical research to improve the quality of medical students' and physicians' backgrounds in research.
In the podcast, we talk about:
Why does Ryte find doing research in the medical field so valuable?Why should one take a year for research or internship before continuing their residency in medicine?Imposter syndrom in the medical field?Trends and the future in the medical field?What’s the cure for cancer?Ryte's advice for young ResearchersLearn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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This episode features Zane Vincevica-Gaile, who is a Latvian environmental science researcher with a pharmacy and chemistry background.
She is working at the University of Latvia as a leading researcher at the Department of Environmental Science, being involved in the international project Europe-LAND. Additionally she is working at Riga Technical University as a senior scientific expert at the Institute of Civil Engineering, where she is assisting the professor's work in the field of geotechniques.
Her daily tasks, mostly involve scientific information extraction, compilation and analysis, data assessment and visualization, and scientific writing. Zane was part of BAFF Research Scholar Program, from August2023, to January 2024.
At the podcast we talk about:
How clean are plants next to Baltic railroads? What is Project Europe-LAND?How does waste valorization impact environment?Traveling Opportunities as a ScientistAdvice for Young Researchers and Final ThoughtsSign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates, and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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From Software Testing to AI Innovation: Andres Kull’s Journey of Learning and Transformation.
A conversation with an Estonian entrepreneur and researcher Andres Kull. Andres started his career in software engineering, working on projects that helped automate real-time systems and even testing software for Nokia base stations.
His curiosity led him into model-based software testing, where he earned his PhD, and later, a research opportunity in the U.S. brought an unexpected turn—he discovered a passion for data science and machine learning. Andres also discusses his AI-driven chatbot platform, Bot, and his enthusiasm for AI's rapid advancements following the release of ChatGPT in November 2022.
In the podcast, we talk about:
Andres Kull’s career journeyHis research experience in the US with BAFFAndres feeling like a spy in the USWhat is model-based software testingAndres’s favorite AI Tools and his thoughts about the future.Sign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates, and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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Meet Zane Culkstena, a Latvian researcher from the data-based career education field. Zane is the founder of ERDA, a consultancy firm that specializes in employer branding and organizational development. Her expertise has helped numerous businesses achieve their goals by developing effective strategies to attract and retain top talent.
As someone with dual interests, Zane’s entrepreneurial spirit has led her to found and currently chair Kim? Contemporary Art Center, which is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting contemporary art in Latvia.
In addition to her work in the arts, Zane also serves on the Supervisory Board of the Art Academy of Latvia, where she brings her strategic mindset and innovative approach to help shape the institution's future.
In the podcast, we talk about:
What is the difference between data-based career education and traditional?How do students benefit from data-based career education?Which are the safe jobs out there?What has been Zane’s career journey like?How has an entrepreneurial itch led her to become an entrepreneur with multiple teams?What does Zane dream of?Sign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates, and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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This episode features a conversation with Povilas Dabrila, who is currently working in two roles: first, he is a PhD student and a lecturer at Vilnius Tech University, where he teaches about steel structures. Secondly, he is developing a virtual construction company where their team consults companies and creates and validates bridge, highway, and infrastructure construction sequences and approaches.
At the podcast we talk about:
What does research in lightweight cable structures mean?Challenges in Infrastructure and Construction?What could modular construction in bridges look like?Working at the University while building his business - what does it look like?What made him learn to play the Banjo?Povilas shares his reflection on the BAFF Experience.Sign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates, and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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Inga Springe is a Latvian Investigative journalist, who is also the co-founder and investigative reporter of Re:Baltica, a nonprofit Baltic Center for Investigative Journalism. It is based in Riga, but its work is cross-border on issues like RUS information operations, money laundering, etc.
In 2014, Inga Spriņge was named one of the “outstanding challengers from Central and Eastern Europe” in the project NewEurope100, supported by Google and the Financial Times. She has been the head of the Latvian Journalists Association and is co-teaching Media literacy classes.Currently, she is based for nine months in Ann Arbor, Michigan with her husband.
At the podcast, we talk about:
The story of founding Re:Baltica and burning out due to poor business management.How media management training gave her a new direction and aim.What are the most applicable things she learned in the US for managing her business better?How does writing about Russian influence look like for an investigative journalist?Practical tips for fact-checking the news on social media?Personal reflections and future goals?Sign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates, and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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This Beyond BAFF podcast episode features Kuno Kasak, an Estonian environmental researcher. Kuno is a Professor in Environmental Technology at the Department of Geography, University of Tartu.
During the recording of this episode, he is actually temporarily back in the US, working at the University of California, Berkeley, as a Visiting Professor through The Fulbright Program. He is currently conducting research at the Biometeorology Lab focusing on wetlands methane flux dynamics.Join us as we delve into the research of a prominent scientist focused on restoring damaged wetlands. We talk about the origins of his PhD studies in wastewater treatment to his current work on greenhouse gas fluxes and ecological systems, this episode explores the intricate planning, challenges, and collaborative efforts involved in wetland restoration. Learn about significant projects in California, the differences in restoration approaches across climates, the importance of community engagement, and groundbreaking findings that could shape future climate mitigation strategies.
At the podcast, we talk about:
Kuno’s background and PhD Journey Importance of wetlands in climate change Challenges and solutions in wetland restorationResearch in the US and California wetlandsScientific curiosity and career development Future of wetland research and personal insights
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Paulina Streimikyte is a Lithuanian researcher and a senior scientist at the Lithuanian Research Centre of Agriculture and Forestry. She is responsible for fermentation in the food & beverages field.
During her BAFF fellowship, she researched mousy off-flavors in sour beers and the complexities of detecting specific flavor molecules. She is an expert on methods to improve food preservation through fermentation, and also knows a lot about the historical significance of beer brewing.
Currently, she lives back in the US in Silicon Valley because she is part of the Plug'nPlay accelerator program where, together with a startup team, they are trying to bring fermentation sciences into regular people's food plates.
With the startup, they enhance grains which are used in breweries and other food industry waste into more sustainable and functional food using fermentation.
At the podcast, we talk about:
What is a sour taste in the beer and how can one research itResearching the mousy off-flavors in sour beers and the complexities of detecting specific flavor molecules.Joining a startup and her new daily routine in Silicon Valley.Specific tips for training the skill of tasting.Things she would bring back to the Baltics from the US.Paulina's recommendations for someone, who is interested in pursuing science.Sign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates, and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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Dalia Bankauskaite is a Lithuanian interdisciplinary expert in security policy, strategic communication, and political advisory.
What is the 'whole-of-society' approach to security?The importance of media literacyThe importance of clear goals and target audience when understanding strategic communicationContinuous effort that is needed to bridge the gap between government institutions and societyEnvisioning the Future: Societal Resilience and State CraftingDalia’s reflection on the BAFF Experience?
With decades of experience across government, academia, and consulting, Dahlia focuses on advancing the understanding of total defense and a whole-of-society approach to security, including hybrid warfare and influence operations.
Dalia currently serves as a senior fellow at the Center for European Policy Analysis. She is also a professor at Vilnius University and an expert at the Swedish Defense University.
In this episode, Dalia delves into the intricacies of strategic communication and its role in societal resilience, security, and disinformation campaigns.
At the podcast, we talk about:
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Katrin Õunap is a leading Estonian clinical geneticist specializing in rare diseases and
Navigating the complex world of rare diseasesThe definition of a “rare disease”?The importance of international cooperation?How did Katrin evolve from a pediatrician to a researcher and a genetics specialist?What lies ahead for Katrin regarding future projects and European collaborations?How did phenylketonuria research got it’s start in Estonia thanks to Katrin?
metabolic disorders.
In this episode Katrin delves into her journey into genetics, starting with her early career and unexpected shift into genetics after Estonia's independence from the Soviet Union. She recounts her pivotal role in introducing newborn screening for phenylketonuria (PKU) in Estonia, emphasizing the collaboration and learning experiences that shaped her path.
The discussion covers Katrin's research in Estonia and abroad, including her significant work in the U.S. with the Center of Mendelian Genomics at Harvard University, aiming to solve unsolved genetic disease cases.
Today Katrin is a professor in Clinical Genetics at the Institute of Clinical Medicine, at the University of Tartu. She is also the Head of the Department of Clinical Genetics, at Tartu University Hospital.
At the podcast we talk about:
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This episode features two guests in the field of in the field of forensic psychology and
Their personal journeys to forensic psychology and investigative InterviewingCollaboration with law enforcement in their field?Legal Measures in the Baltics for protection of victims?Why they appreciate their international experience so much?What they value most about their BAFF experience?
violence prevention in the Baltic States.
PhD Zuzana Vasiliauskaite, is from Lithuania. She is an international expert on combating violence against women, a researcher, and a forensic and trauma psychologist.
PhD Kristjan Kask is an Estonian whose reasearh is about issues in investigative
interviewing of victims/witnesses as well as eyewitness identification.
They discuss their backgrounds, expertise in combating violence against women,
investigative interviewing, and the impact of programs like the Baltic American Freedom Foundation on their careers.
In the podcast, we talk about:
Links mentioned in the episode:
Kristjan Kask’s book: https://argokirjastus.ee/toode/tuttav-voi-tundmatu/
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Paula is a Latvian researcher who focuses on education innovation. Her passion lies in exploring new ideas and sharing them with others. She loves creating and executing new projects and initiatives.
How can one bring innovation to education, without being a teacher?Differences between student life in the US and Latvia.Co-operation between Riga University and MIT?How the commitment of people in the MIT community inspired PaulaCreating boot camps in Africa
She spent a year in BAFF in Boston at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Where
she was a researcher in the “Abdul Latif Jameel World Education Lab (J-WEL)” to research
innovation diffusion and change management in higher education.
Today she is a Director at Education Innovation Lab at Riga Business School.
At the podcast we talk about:
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Mārcis Auziņš is a Latvian physicist, professor at the University of Latvia, and Head of the Department of Experimental Physics and the Laser Center.
How did school olympiads lead him to his path in physics?How is the skill to write grant applications connected with being successful in science?Working with European Space Agency, NATO and European Defence Force.What helps him to meditate daily for 5000+ days in a row?Who tends to use the phrase: “merging properties”?What is he excited about for the future of physics?
He works in the field of quantum physics and is the author of more than a hundred scientific articles published in the world's leading physics journals and several hundred conference reports. During his career, he lived and worked in different countries – China and Taiwan, the United States, Canada, England, Israel and Germany.
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Povilas Simonis is a Lithuanian researcher with extensive experience in biophysics, the design of experimental procedures, analytical techniques, and the interpretation of data. He has experience working on multidisciplinary projects and with international collaborators, as well as conducting experiments.
Povilas participated in the BAFF Research scholar program in 2023, doing research titled Polymerization of Nucleic Acids and Emerge of Protocells under Prebiotic Conditions. He is currently a scientist at the Center of Physical Sciences and Technology in Lithuania and was the guest of the Beyond BAFF podcast.
How reading a book 10 years ago made him shift his research fieldsWhat were some of his research findings from working with vulcanic springs?Winning the “Dance your PhD competition”The future of his fieldHow traveling can be something you never knew you needed
His research during the BAFF program is titled: Polymerization of nucleic acids and emergence of protocells under prebiotic conditions.
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Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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Linda Lancere is a Latvian researcher, who consults on rehabilitation technology development.
Can you become a researcher after switching fields multiple times?How could the feedback from deep muscles help with physical therapy and exercising?Volunteering mindset in the US?Different developments in the field of virtual and mixed reality today?Ways that researchers and business people can find a common vocabulary?
In 2019 Linda attended BAFF’s Research Scholarship Program in University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, working on her postdoctoral research project, with the title: Whole-body rehabilitation for lower extremity amputees by means of extended reality and advanced wearables.
Her BAFF project was an essential component of a 3-year postdoctoral research aimed to increase the quality of life following lower extremity amputation, expedite rehabilitation reintegration process, decrease unemployment due to physical restrictions by means of technological advances and medical know-how.
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Vaidas Petrulis is an architecture and heritage specialist with a PhD in Art History. He is also a senior research fellow at Kaunas University of Technology in the Institute of Architecture and Construction.
Last year, in 2023 he spent 6 months in Chicago, Illinois, doing research on the topic: Modernism and National Identity: Lithuanian Architects as (World War Two) WWII Refugees in US.
At the podcast we talk about:
What makes Lithuanian architecture different?Specific examples of buildings in Chicago, that are using Lithuanian architecture.How he got an invitation to Jonas Molokas’s home archive?What does he wish to see happen regarding architecture in the future?Sign up to receive occasional emails with new episodes, updates and behind-the-scenes content from the Beyond BAFF podcast: https://mailchi.mp/balticamericanfreedomfoundation/podcast-list
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Get ready to dive into the world of animation and cinematography with the talented Tomas Mitkus. This Lithuanian creative is no average artist - with a background in both animation and research, Tomas has some fascinating insights to share. In 2011, he participated in BAFF’s Professional Internship Program with Schell Games in Austin, Texas. Tomas is passionate about all formats and genres of cinematography, and with a focus on visual pre-production and pre-visualization, he is a master at storyboarding and concept design. Today he is a lecturer at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University and the founder and Art director at Studio Mitkus. In this episode he shares:
How a lack of job opportunities got him into doing research.What is different about doing research in Lithuania from other countries?How different can research approaches be between practitioners and “outsiders”?What’s the deal with guns in Texas?His vision of the potential of adult animation and the social taboos surrounding it.You won’t want to miss this so join us for another journey Beyond BAFF from animation artist to researcher and lecturer.
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This episode is for all foodies and science enthusiasts. Our guest is Kristine Majore, a Latvian Ph.D. researcher from Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies. Kristine's research is all about the dairy industry and ways to manage waste while creating new products. She conducted her BAFF internship at California Polytech University and is now a Senior Analyst at the Latvian Environment, Geology, and Meteorology Center. In this episode we discuss:
The fascinating world of food science and how little it has to do with the kitchen.The ins and outs of shelf-stable milk and milk powder.The latest and most popular trends in the field of food science.And the surprising twist when Kristine’s roommate turned out to be a professor at the same university.We all know the food we eat can have a major impact on the environment. Join us for another journey Beyond BAFF to learn more about food science and how researchers like Kristine are revolutionizing the industry.
Learn more about the scholarship opportunities provided by the Baltic-American Freedom Foundation to help Baltic Scientists fund their research in the United States: www.balticamericanfreedomfoundation.org
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Episode 6 is for all you startup and entrepreneurship enthusiasts! Our guest is BAFF Alumnus Kalev Kaarna – a scientist turned entrepreneur from Estonia. Kalev participated in the BAFF Research Sholar program in 2015 when he spent a year at Arizona State University, researching how to enhance the impact of entrepreneurship programs and courses in universities. But that was only the beginning. Kalev immersed himself fully into business, entrepreneurship, and startup field and is now an investor and start-up coach at Superangel, an early stage Venture Capital Fund. How very suiting, as Kalev titles himself a superfan of all tech startup founders. In this episode we discuss:
How he got into science and how he decided to leave it behind?Why can’t we afford Estonian entrepreneurs to burn out?What does the Estonian giving-back mentality mean?What is the most frequently asked question that Kalev gets about venture capital?What is the power law in startup investing?So, if you're curious about the world of entrepreneurship and want to hear some valuable insights from a seasoned pro, tune in to this journey Beyond BAFF!
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