A little life update from London: Sun, experiments, and special moments

Hello everyone,

I hope you're all doing well! It's time for a little sign of life and an update from my side. The last few days have been incredibly eventful — between lab duties, hot summer days, and special experiences, I've had quite a bit happen that I'd like to share with you.

First of all, I want to say thank you. Thank you for all your lovely messages, whether in the comments or privately. I truly read each and every one and I am so thrilled that you enjoy my little blog and accompany me on my journey. It gives me so much motivation and good vibes – you are amazing!

A little insight into my project

Let's start with what has been occupying most of my time lately: my project in the lab. Unfortunately, my experiments in the last few days haven't gone exactly as planned. Sometimes that's just how science is — trial and error until you find the right direction. But I have been in close contact with my supervisor; we discussed the results together and came up with some new ideas.

Currently, I'm sitting with my lab notebook, scribbling little sketches and notes to be well-prepared for tomorrow. I have a really good feeling about it and I look forward to trying out the new approaches. It's all part of the process, and I’m curious to see what comes out of it.

Summer in London and a visit from home

As you've perhaps already seen on social media: it's summer here in London! And I mean really summer. Temperatures above 25 degrees, a bright blue sky — it couldn't be better. Coincidentally, I've had wonderful visitors from Germany in recent days.

A good friend who had never been to London before visited me, and we explored the city together. It was so lovely to experience my chosen home from the perspective of a