Dr Sam Moxon - Flying Solo to an International Conference? A Survival Guide
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Dr Sam Moxon - Flying Solo to an International Conference? A Survival Guide

Dr Sam Moxon, narrates his blog written for Dementia Researcher.

In this blog, Sam provides practical advice for PhD students and postdocs attending conferences alone, especially overseas. Sam shares his personal experience, acknowledging that while solo travel can seem daunting, it offers significant personal and professional growth opportunities. He gives key tips, such as preparing thoroughly for the trip to reduce anxiety, obtaining an e-SIM to stay connected, using long-haul flights as a chance to relax, arriving early to explore the area, and making efforts to network at the event. Ultimately, he emphasises that solo travel can be a rewarding and empowering experience.

Find the original text, and narration here on our website.

https://www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/blog-flying-solo-to-an-international-conference-a-survival-guide/

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Dr Sam Moxon is a biomaterials Research Fellow at University of Birmingham. His expertise falls on the interface between biology and engineering. His PhD focussed on regenerative medicine and he now works on trying to develop 3D bioprinting techniques with human stem cells, so that we better understand and treat degenerative diseases. Outside of the lab he hikes through the Lake District and is an expert on all things Disney.

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