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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nWhat drew you to this\u202fparticular field?<\/strong>\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n I was really interested in trying to be able to break down decision-making problems into their basic structure, thereby extrapolating this understanding to further decision-making situations. I also wanted to gain skills such as critical thinking. My research has given me new perspectives on decision-making and on critical thinking which are beneficial to my everyday life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What excites you most about your field?<\/strong>\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s a combination of well-defined experimental design (which teaches me to really think through every part of the research question) and the methodology applied in the field of cognitive psychology. This is expressed, for instance, in the way data analysis is applied. Our analysis goes beyond existing statistical tests and aims to explain and predict the cognitive processes involved in the examined decision-making situation. The fact that I\u2019m involved in this type of data analysis excites me. I never thought I\u2019d be able to perform such analyses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What do you find most challenging about the work you do and how do you tackle it?<\/strong>\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n The cognitive modelling part is quite challenging. It requires not just good coding skills but also a profound understanding on cognitive models, what and how they work. To overcome this challenge, I usually spot a knowledgeable person (currently my supervisors) and learn as much as I can from them. It\u2019s a mix of an initial overoptimism when a challenge is presented to me and my determination to overcome it that helps me tackle most of my challenges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What are your interests outside of science?<\/strong>\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n I read whenever I can. I\u2019m currently reading \u2018The Beginning of Infinity\u2019 by David Deutsch, which is about the philosophy of science. We started a reading group in our lab to read the book and discuss it. Apart from reading, I enjoy travelling. I also work out daily, which improves my mental and physical well-being. <\/p>\n\n\n\n What are you most proud of in your career so far?<\/strong>\u202f<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n The fact that I graduated my master\u2019s degree cum laude in a language that was not my native tongue. Achieving this in an environment that is completely unfamiliar to me linguistically and culturally is something I\u2019m proud of. <\/p>\n\n\n\n