In Part 2 of their conversation, Cori Fain, Karina Alviña, and Eduardo Rosa-Molinar dig into what to do when mentoring relationships don't go as planned, from unresponsive advisors to unhealthy dynamics. They share practical strategies for advocating for yourself, starting hard conversations, and building a mentoring network (including peers, committee members, and program involvement) to ensure broad options for support. The conversation also looks ahead at how mentoring evolves over a career and why different perspectives can be a strength in the lab.

With special guests:
Cori Fain, PhD, Karina Alviña, PhD, and Eduardo Rosa-Molinar, PhD

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In this first half of a two-part conversation, Cori Fain, Karina Alviña, and Eduardo Rosa-Molinar reflect on mentoring as an evolving, deeply human relationship shaped by curiosity, generosity, and time. From tough love and long conversations to peer mentoring and building communities in unexpected places, they explore how recognizing potential and creating space for others can be truly career- and life-changing.

With special guests:

• Cori Fain, PhD
• Karina Alviña, PhD
• Eduardo Rosa-Molinar, PhD

Interested in contributing to a future episode? Nominate yourself or another guest using this interest form to share stories on peer mentoring, career development, or leadership skills.

Thank you for listening and contributing to Think Alike: A Neuronline Podcast this year! As we wrap up this season, here's a look back at the conversations and stories we've heard.

From undergraduates to seasoned PIs, a range of mentors and mentees shared practical advice - how to communicate, navigate tough conversations, manage schedules, find balance, introduce yourself, and say goodbye. Here are just some of the highlights from those conversations featuring our guests from the second half of 2025, including Kira Bailey, Chandler Carr, Denise Cai, Zach Pennington, Joe Zaki, Hannah Lichtenstein, Mikayla Kendall, Stefania Forner, and Elizabeth Andrews. We'll be back next year with more stories and insights to inspire your neuroscience mentorship journey. Stay tuned!