I'm several years in to a slow migration from North America to Europe. I started in Seattle, lived in Canada, then Austria, France... and now begin a PhD at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, in sustainable aquaponics developement.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I first discovered couchsurfing while travelling, and primarily use it for that. Since then I have often hosted people, if possible given where I'm living. I like how easy it is to make friends in the community, and learn new things about people and places.

Interests

My life and work is very science-focused in the sense that I feel it brings a healthy scrutiny and logic into focus when approaching life's mysteries and trials. There's a sort of misconception that science is the antithesis to art, I think this is exactly the opposite of reality. They both simply try to describe reality. That line of reasoning influences me a lot - I try to bring to light the beauty of the world through the work I do, and likewise actively appreciate that beauty in my life personally, as well as by reading, hearing, and seeing how others appreciate it.

Music, Movies, and Books

A little bit all over the place in terms of music.
I often feel pretty ignorant in terms of film, it's a subject which comes up often in discussion and usually leaves me with a few more recommendations noted down. Yet somehow I can never stay ahead of the curve :)
Regarding books, I try to read a lot and often. A recent feat has been getting through Monte Cristo. I currently am reading Amerika by Kafka, and Marcus Aurelius' Meditations.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I try to travel when possible, with the meager funds usually available to me. Thus many bike trips, for example from Vienna to Paris (20 days!) :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I will happily share what I know, and listen to you when you have something to say.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can offer my apartment, my knowledge of the city, and my time :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Russian Federation, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria, Canada, France, United States