Claudia Becherer: «I really appreciate that we have so many challenges»

As a child I wanted to be...
according to my old friend book researcher.

I became...
Pharmabiology laboratory assistant.

What fascinates me about research...
the «off to new shores» mentality of people and how steadfastly they go about their work (which is usually soberingly small-scale in everyday life).

«The »off to new shores' mentality in research fascinates me - despite the small-scale reality."

I gained my first research experience at / as a...
in the laboratory of the former Sandoz in the production of transgenic mice for Alzheimer's research.

I would like to solve the following research question...
everything that involves the brain, i.e. sleep disorders, memory formation, attention disorders - and why is my sense of direction so much worse than others?

In research, I particularly appreciate...
the diversity! I really appreciate that we have so many challenges.

Have you already carried out projects with the PFZ or are you currently planning a project with the PFZ?
We work together in a different way.

My current project is...
NCCR-Anti Resist, I am one of the members of the Medical Data Office. We are working on setting up the regulatory framework (i.e. a good contract) that makes the actual research with data possible and secure.

What I particularly like about my current job...
exchange with many other professions, so I always gain new perspectives.

«The exchange with many other professions constantly opens up new perspectives for me.»

I don't like my current job that much...
Knowledge management is a real problem. Everything is somewhere - how do I collate it, keep it up to date and pass it on?

Who/what inspires me and why...
People who see a solution in a difficult situation!

What advice would I give even my 18-year-old self...
uses sun cream! Totally trivial, but back then SPF 10 was unfortunately standard even at the equator.

After an exhausting day, my favourite way to relax is with...
a jog or other sport - it's a great balance to my sedentary job.

What is important to me...
constant change, not in big leaps, but that everything always remains in motion.

On Sunday mornings I like to do...
walk with our dog and enjoy the peace and quiet.

What's surprising about me is that...
nothing!

The best thing that has happened to me so far in 2023 is...
I completed my Master's degree in Organisational Development and Team Dynamics in January - now I have more time again and my head free for other things.

My current wish is...
a device or algorithm that enables simultaneous translation even in conversations.

The last book I read was...
«Radical leadership» by Reinhard K. Sprenger.

I would take the following 3 things with me to a desert island...
a boat so that I can get out of there again.