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HELIOS 0 Comments March 2, 2026

We are excited to continue our journey into the world of innovation with the second episode of the “HELIOS: New Light on Science” podcast! Following our successful premiere, we are shifting the spotlight to those who represent the future of science – our young researchers.

In this episode, we sit down with Nataliia Kuzyk – an Early Stage Researcher (ESR), PhD student at the Department of Electronic Engineering, and a dedicated member of the HELIOS Project team at Lviv Polytechnic National University.

The discussion is once again led by Nazariy Andrushchak, the HELIOS Project Manager, who explores the unique perspective of a young scientist working within a major international initiative.

What will you discover in this episode?

The Journey into Science: Nataliia shares what motivated her to choose electronic engineering and how her path led her to the HELIOS project.
Life as a PhD Student: A look behind the scenes at the daily challenges and rewards of being an early-career researcher in Ukraine today.
The WIDERA Experience: How working within a Horizon Europe initiative (Grant Agreement 101155017) helps young scientists integrate into the European Research Area.
International Synergy: The experience of collaborating with partners from Lithuania, the United Kingdom, Latvia, and Luxembourg to achieve common scientific goals.
Professional Growth: How HELIOS empowers PhD students through international internships, access to advanced laboratories, and high-impact publications.
Real-World Impact: Why the development of bio-organic lighting is not just a lab experiment, but a transformative technology for a sustainable future.

This episode highlights the energy, passion, and resilience of the new generation of scientists who are driving HELIOS forward despite the challenges of our time. It’s an inspiring conversation about growth, international partnership, and the “new light” that young researchers bring to global science.

📽️ Watch and listen to the full episode on our YouTube channel: Episode 2 – The Voice of the New Generation (with Nataliia Kuzyk)

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