Lisa Engelhardt

I recently became a PhD student in Biophysics in the group of Marta Carroni at the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics in Stockholm University. My project focuses on resolving three dimensional representations of the molecular machines that are essential for cells to function. This aspect of biophysical research is important to understand how molecules and proteins function and interact with each other. Acquiring such knowledge helps in the understanding of diseases and subsequently in the identification of targets for therapeutics development and other medical issues. Being part of the Pint of Science organization is an amazing opportunity to explain to the general public the ins and outs of research and the work that is behind biomedical research. It is also a great opportunity to encourage both the general public and scientists to share knowledge and questions about great biological questions !