Throughout my 1st year of PhD journey, I have set clear research and career objectives while regularly reviewing them with my supervisor. I have expanded my technical expertise by learning advanced simulation methods like Molecular dynamics simulations, scientific programming (e.g., Python, C++), and data analysis, and complemented these with transferable skills in scientific writing and presenting posters at international conferences. I actively seek feedback from supervisors and colleagues to improve my work and professional development. By participating in international scientific events, I have strengthened my professional network and gained experience working in an international research environment, preparing me for diverse career opportunities.

I developed critical evaluation skills by systematically reviewing scientific literature and assessing its relevance, methodology, and contribution to my research topic. I regularly benchmarked my own results against published studies and discussed them with my supervisor and peers to ensure scientific rigor and added value. I actively presented my work in group meetings and conferences, where I received constructive feedback and used it to refine my analyses. Additionally, I participated in peer discussions and informal reviews of colleagues’ work, which strengthened my ability to provide balanced, evidence-based feedback and to critically appraise research in my field.

I regularly conducted systematic literature reviews to understand the state of the art in my research field, using bibliographic databases such as arXiv and Google Scholar. I developed efficient strategies to identify relevant and high-quality scientific sources and learned to critically assess their reliability, methodology, and relevance. When needed, I sought guidance from experienced colleagues and supervisors to improve my information management and ensure robustness in my research workflow.

I developed a strong understanding of the fundamental concepts and recent advances in my research field, and I positioned my work within an international scientific context through conferences. I mastered relevant computational and theoretical methods, including simulation techniques and data analysis tools, and applied them appropriately to address specific research problems in glassy physics. I regularly formulated research questions and hypotheses based on literature and observations, and I evaluated alternative approaches when needed. I defended my results in group meetings and conferences, supporting my conclusions with clear evidence. I also improved my ability to present complex ideas in a structured, concise, and scientifically rigorous manner.