{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Big Sisters in STEM","title":"Burn out, defying expectations, and curing cancer","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3055,"description":"‘If you’re a creative person that can write well, then science is for you!’ Professor Emma Crosbie\nOn today’s episode, we’re talking about defying expectations and looking out for yourself while you do. From letting go of the things which no longer serve you, to refusing to let other people hinder your aspirations – in the end, to support others you must learn to support yourself first.You may think things look and sound a little busier than normal, and that’s because they are! This week, Jasmine is joined by three guests, each at different stages of their journey in with their own valuable insight to share. Meet Professor of Gynaecological Oncology and Clinical Academic Emma (she/her), fourth year Medicine Student Humna (she/her), and final year Biotechnology Student Dorsa (she/her).Put your headphones on, get comfy, and join us as we sit down and share our stories, perspectives, and have a good old laugh too. If you thought you didn’t have sisters to turn to for advice, yes you do.\n____Follow us on Instagram: @bigsistersinstemWatch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLpJ4ISSChse3L3q6c74USF6ecU3L79vzu\n____· About the guests\nProfessor Emma Crosbie (she/her) is a Clinical Academic in Gynaecological Oncology at The University of Manchester – meaning she splits her time between helping patients in hospital and working on the research which could change everything. Her especial focus is the screening, prevention, and early diagnosis of gynaecological cancers, as well as developing new treatments for those with established disease. A certified master at spinning plates and breaking through new barriers, in addition to her incredible career, Emma can speak as a Mum of three children and how yes, it is very much possible to do both.\nHumna Amar (she/her) is in her fourth year studying Medicine here at the University and loves her subject most when helping people on-site in hospital. Currently amid what is often called ‘the toughest year’ of her...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/p1B0d6QvDzG6j1v0uHmx-ToHu6Lmc9wq6Mv2YytatuQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zN2U5/ZjI2OGI3ZTYyMDFm/OWNhY2JiY2NkNzUx/ZGExZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}