Maria R., 17 let

Stáž: Tumor microenvironment and immunotherapy
Ústav: Mikrobiologický ústav AV ČR, v. v. i.
Škola: Gymnázium Nový Porg
1. Proč jste se přihlásili do projektu Otevřená věda Akademie věd ČR a co vás zaujalo na této stáži?
I applied to the Otevřená věda project because I want to step out of my comfort zone and gain real experience in a scientific environment, working on problems that have a direct impact on human health. This internship interested me because it focuses on the tumour microenvironment and the immune response. I am fascinated by how microscopic processes can influence diseases and how immunotherapy can help reactivate the body’s natural defences. I would love to learn how scientists study these processes in a professional laboratory.
2. Představte si, že jste vynálezci – co byste vynalezli a proč?
If I were to invent something, I would come up with a personalised nutrition scanner that would analyse the body’s immune system and metabolic processes. It would then recommend an ideal diet to support immunity, regeneration and overall health. I believe that nutrition greatly affects overall health, therefore this tool would help people understand their bodies better and prevent themselves from life-threatening diseases.
3. Vaše záliby, koníčky:
I love sports, I run, do strength training and play beach volleyball. I am very interested in healthy nutrition and how the human body regenerates and adapts, because I am always fascinated by what it is capable of with the right care. I am also a very creative person: I have been playing the piano since I was five, I sing, draw and enjoy photography. I also lead a running club and co-host a podcast about healthy lifestyle and mental well-being.