Kara Margolis on the importance of kindness in the lab
Caitlin speaks to Kara Margolis from New York University about the values she looks for when bringing together a team.
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Kara Margolis on the importance of kindness in the lab
Why does kindness go such a long way in the lab? We’re joined by Dr Kara Margolis from New York University to discuss the traits she values most in collaborators, the benefits of strong mentor-mentee relationships, and the joy she gets from making an impact in people’s lives.
Dr Margolis is a pediatric gastroenterologist with expertise in brain-gut axis disorders, including autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
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