Calling in from across the pond, Lela is joined by Emma who chats about her experience in a very different field of study than Lela’s despite them having nearly the exact same educational background. Emma’s research is in flies.

From determining post mortem interval, to what narcotics a person ingested before death, to where the body was moved from, forensic entomology is a wealth of information, and Emma is helping to lay the groundwork. Breaking down the process of identifying fly species, to rearing them, to how a research process can change over time given changing resources, and even to what to do when you finally let yourself leave the lab, this episode gives a raw, in-depth look at PhD work and the effort that goes into it.

You can also help support Emma and her mum by checking out their business S&Em Designs!

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