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Micah Reismann

Micah Reismann (they/them) is a PhD student at the Alfred-Wegener-Institute,Germany, studying the impact of ocean warming on the embryogenesis of polarcod (Boreogadus saida). They hold a masters degree in Integrative Zoology and their research encompasses reproductive biology and embryonic developmentof fish.

Yes, Nature is transgender too! Between fish, fluidity and finding myself as trans marine biologist

Yes, Nature is transgender too! Between fish, fluidity and finding myself as trans marine biologist

The journey to a Ph.D. is never smooth sailing, plenty who have dared to tackle it will agree. But what if this strenuous, maybe even torturous, endeavor is the easiest part of your life? Welcome to my journey, which I am calling “Transitioning during your PhD”. Let’s start with a quick backstory. My doctoral journey started in 2024 and I was early in my transition. I came out to my friends and fa ...[Read More]