Post by University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

Anyone who's juggled graduate school and parenthood will appreciate this one. Michael Chen '19M (PhD) shares a story behind one unforgettable thesis defense. He's also the latest guest on The Next Step podcast. Along with faculty co-host, professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health Sciences, Chris Seplaki, PhD, we reflect on graduate school, teaching through COVID-19, and the difficult decision to leave academia. He shares how the research, communication, and problem-solving skills he developed during his PhD prepared him for an unexpected career in civic technology, where he now helps evaluate AI-powered tools designed to connect people with public benefits and essential services. Check out the conversation: https://lnkd.in/eXr9wKrF Apple: https://lnkd.in/eKfmJiVD Spotify: https://lnkd.in/e57k_ecf

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