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Karin Wild: «I am fascinated by the versatility of research»

24 February 2023

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In the «5 minutes with...» section, we introduce you to the researchers who work with the Paediatric Research Centre (PFZ) at UKBB. This time Karin Wild answered our questions.

As a child I wanted to be...
Veterinarian.

I became...
Student nurse / coordinator.

What fascinates me about research...
The versatile work.

I gained my first research experience at / as a...
Student nurse in the MS team of Prof L. Kappos.

I would like to solve the following research question...
I would like to be there when one is solved.

In research, I particularly appreciate...
Being aware that you can support patients a little on their sometimes very difficult journey.

My current project is...
Various neuromuscular projects.

What I particularly like about my current job...
That I have enough time and freedom to plan the study visits for the children, adolescents and their families generously in order to care for them according to their needs.

I don't like my current job that much...
The realisation of logistical processes for international studies is becoming increasingly complicated.

«If you haven't tried something, you don't know whether it would have worked.»

Who/what inspires me and why...
People who find uncomplicated and correct solutions with intelligence, spontaneity and imagination.

What advice would I give even my 18-year-old self...
If you haven't tried it, you don't know whether it would have worked.

After an exhausting day, my favourite way to relax is with...
A nice cross-country ride.

What is important to me...
Honest and direct communication.

On Sunday mornings I like to do...
What just occurred to me.

What's surprising about me is that...
I am patient when I really have to be.

The best thing that happened to me in 2022 is...
My wonderful holiday in Iceland.

My current wish is...
We look forward to continuing our exciting projects and good cooperation.

The last book I read was...
Knives by Jo Nesbø.

I would take the following 3 things with me to a desert island...
Books, books and more books.

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