Transitions in development - an interview with Aissam Ikmi

Aissam Ikmi is a group leader at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory in Heidelberg, Germany. Aissam uses the sea anemone Nematostella vectensi to interrogate how genetic and environmental factors combine to influence development. Aissam shared with us his thoughts on the ups and downs of scientific careers, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the 'right' people.