The Stories Behind (the) Research – Ep. 1: Cultivating Kindness in Academia
ModulesThe Stories Behind (the) Research – Ep. 1: Cultivating Kindness in Academia
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
- Reflect on how personal experiences shape researchers.
- Recognise the importance of speaking up in research environments.
- Explore the role of validation and support in academia.
- Consider how kindness and inclusion contribute to healthier research cultures.
What is this about?
What happens when researchers allow their personal experiences to become part of their academic journey?
In this episode of The Stories Behind the Research, host Giulia Inguaggiato speaks with Durwin Lynch, educator and transdisciplinary researcher at the Athena Institute - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, about the relationship between authenticity, healing, and meaningful research.
Durwin shares how his personal background in Suriname and Curaçao, together with his interest in traditional healing and postcolonial communities, gradually shaped his research trajectory. Reflecting on a pivotal period in his career, he describes what it meant to step outside the academic “ivory tower” and engage more deeply with the communities whose experiences he seeks to understand.
Together, they explore the emotional dimensions of research, the importance of listening before claiming expertise, and the role of courage, vulnerability, and community in navigating difficult conversations. They also discuss how reconnecting with the body, emotions, and personal experience can help researchers develop more meaningful and socially engaged forms of inquiry.Listen do the episode
Audio Activity
Listen to the podcast episode featuring Rose Bernabe.
While listening, consider:
- What experiences shaped Rose’s approach to research?
- What helped her find her voice?
- How did support from others influence her journey?
Remarks
About the Guest
Rosemarie Bernabe is professor of research ethics and research integrity at the Centre for Medical Ethics, University of Oslo. She leads various research projects on areas including open science, immersive technologies, research misconduct, clinical trials and global health, diversity and inclusion, among others.
Contact information:
Linkedin:https://no.linkedin.com/in/rosemariebernabe
Link to recent publication:
https://www.med.uio.no/helsam/english/people/aca/rdbernab/
Credits
Host: Giulia Inguaggiato
Guest: Rosemarie Bernabe
Music: “Patchwork: IsIand 5&6” IIeana Termini & Otilka Quartet by Lisa Weyrauther (courtesy of the artists) IleanaTerimini - Otilka - Lisa Weyrauther - Nexus
Credits: Sasha Baker Jusry Eshun, Audio Editing by Voicebooking.com
