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– Karl Lagerfeld

2023 Research Cruise: From Fear to Fascination

Growing up, I had a serious fear of deep water. So, when I decided to pursue a master’s in marine biology, it came as quite a shock to my family — especially my mom, who was understandably worried about how I’d handle a field that required getting out on the open sea. But sometimes, life throws you challenges that lead to unexpected growth.

At Steindler’s Lab, I was lucky to be part of an incredibly supportive team who encouraged me to face my fear and experience life on a research cruise. With their reassurance and the saying, “Victory lies beyond fear,” echoing in my mind, I decided to give it a shot.

The cruise itself was surreal. With the help of Dr. Eli Shemesh, the Lab Manager of Deep Med Lab, I quickly found my rhythm. He guided me through the intricacies of working on a research cruise and even introduced me to his Mediterranean vegetable salad, which quickly became a team favorite. 

Looking back, I’m glad I took the leap. It was a powerful learning experience, and I’m definitely more open to being part of future cruises. 👇🏼