Svetlana Beglinger: «I find the mix of clinical work and research very fulfilling»

If I wasn't working in research, my dream job would be...
Paediatrician.

I became...
researching paediatrician.

What fascinates me about research...
that you can develop an entire project from an idea and gain new insights - and that you can participate in medical progress.

«For me, research means developing something with passion that makes a real difference.»

I gained my first research experience as a...
student with her doctoral thesis - and later as a young assistant to Gabor Szinnai at UKBB.

I would like to solve the following research question...
How can you formulate painkillers or antibiotics so that children like to take them?

In research, I particularly appreciate...
exchange with people from different professional groups - and the opportunity to work together with other clinics. This strengthens the network of paediatric clinics in Switzerland.

Have you already carried out projects with the PFZ or are you currently planning a project with the PFZ...
Yes, I am involved in the KIDS-STEP study. We recently successfully completed another study and the next project is being planned.

My current project is...
the CHILD-MITAB-study - an observational study on the acceptance of different midazolam formulations (syrup, suppositories, orodispersible tablets) in clinical practice.

What I particularly like about my current job...
interdisciplinary collaboration, the development of new study plans and a passion for clinical research. At the same time, I really enjoy working with patients. I find the combination of clinical work and research very fulfilling.

I don't like my current job that much...
that projects can sometimes only be realised very slowly.

«I find the combination of clinical work and research very fulfilling.»

Who/what inspires me and why...
Gabor Szinnai and Marc Pfister - both are inspiring personalities who exemplify clinical research with innovation and passion.

What advice would I give my 18-year-old self...
Always do what you do with passion.

If I could work with a famous scientist for one day, it would be...
I already work with outstanding personalities.

What is my favourite type of music to listen to when I want to concentrate on my research work?
R&B.

What is important to me...
the well-being of my family - and that I enjoy coming to work every day until I retire.

On Sunday mornings I like to do...
sleep in 😉 - and then go for a long walk with my three boys and our dog Rocky.

What's surprising about me is that...
I like to let others answer that.

The best thing that has happened to me so far in 2024...
Professional: our successful study and improvements in the emergency area (e.g. emergency area 2).
Privately: that my boys enjoy life - and basketball.

My current wish is...
that it's finally summer.

The last book I read was...
The Big Five for Life and The café at the edge of the world - both by John Strelecky.

I would take the following 3 things with me to a desert island...
my children, Rocky and music - so we can dance barefoot in the sand.