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Dr Megan Fowler
Name:
Dr Megan Fowler
Job Title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Place of work / study:
Flinders University
Area of research?
Investigation of endogenous retroviruses and their role in the cause and progression of Motor Neuron Disease
How is your research funded:
FightMND Discovery Project
Tell us a little about yourself:
Tell us a fun fact about yourself:
I like to keep busy and struggle to slow down – I de-stress the best by filling my time with lots of projects! During my PhD, I renovated a house, sewed my own clothes and competed in triathlons
Why did you choose to work in dementia research?
I have always had a interest in the complexities of the brain. I heard a talk about Motor Neuron Disease and how relentless the disease is and was motivated to join the group of passionate researchers to find treatments and a cure. Meeting people with lived experience with MND has been my motivation to keep going – if my research can help a single person living with the devastating disease, I will feel accomplished.
What single piece of advice would you give to an early career researcher?
All your feelings about a career in scientific research are valid – most people have probably felt the same things you’re feeling so don’t be afraid to reach out and talk through things with people who have gone through it all before!
What book are you reading right now? Would you recommend it?
I have been influenced by BookTok and I’m currently reading the second book of the ACOTAR series by Sarah J. Maas – highly recommend!
Favourite film of all time?
I don’t think I could even pick my favourite genre, I like so many!
Favourite ways to unplug and unwind?
Anything outdoors or keeping my hands busy with DIY projects!
