Dedicated, Kind, Supportive

"She is a great mentor, a caring teacher, and makes a person develop very quickly."

Nominated by Luisa Silva, Inborn Errors Lab (LEIM), UFRJ, Brazil

 

Kind, Dedicated, Welcoming

"Patrícia is a professional admired for her dedication and competence. She stands out for her kindness and the respect she shows to her colleagues, contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment."

Nominated by Milleny Lima, Inborn Errors Lab (LEIM) / Instituto de Bioquímica Médica Leopoldo de Meis, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

 

Kind, Dedicated, Supportive

"Prof. Patrícia Schuck, or Pati, for those of us lucky enough to call her a friend and a mentor, has been a huge supporter of my career development. She pushes me to try new things, apply for grants, and genuinely believes in supporting people in whatever way she can, so that they reach their goals. And if she personally cannot help you, she will tell you who can. Pati is also a dedicated researcher in the field of rare diseases, and is tireless in her efforts to make information around these diseases more accessible to the lay public. She also participates in initiatives in science communication, and is very outspoken in the scientific community in matters of inclusion. In this regard, when her lab went into renovations, she specifically requested that all facilities be wheelchair accessible; she also makes an intentional effort to support women in science. More so, Pati does all of this in the kindest way, she is so polite and thoughtful with her words, she is just a lovely person to work with. For all these reasons, and all the wonderful work she does daily for our lab, she is my Lab Hero."

Nominated by Belisa Parmeggiani, Inborn Errors Lab / Instituto de Bioquímica Médica Leopoldo de Meis, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

 

Intelligence, Ingenuity, Kindness

"Pati (Dr. Schuck) is an inspiring colleague that positively impacts everything and everyone around her. Her leadership and tenderness boost our research and careers with respect and equality. Everything is better when she is around."

Nominated by Gustavo Ferreira, Laboratory of Inborn Errors of Metabolism, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

 

Empathetic, Generous, Intelligent

"Pati, as she is affectionaltely called, is a true lab hero. Pati goes to great lengths to provide technical, intellectual and personal support to everyone in the lab. Pati is dedicated to her work and aims to help people with what she does. She encourages me to be a better professional, encouraging me and being there in difficult times. More than an excellent scientist, Pati is an excellent human."

Nominated by Monique Teixeira, Inborn Erros of Metabolism LAB/ Instituto de Bioquímica Médica Leopoldo De Meis, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

 

Dedicated, Inspiring, Supportive

"Prof. Patrícia, or as she likes to be called Pati, is an incredible person, she is a friend and welcomes her students like family. Throughout my undergraduate studies, I was with her during my scientific initiation and during my master's, and it won't be any different during my doctorate. I'll continue to be with her, because she's always there to give us a friendly hug and support when everything seems to be going wrong, and even when things do go wrong, she helps us to look through different eyes and not give up! Nominating her for this award is a way of thanking her for everything she has done for me in 5 years."

Nominated by Ingrid Correa, Inborn Errors Lab (LEIM)/ Instituto de Bioquímica Médica, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

 

Dedicated, Intelligent, Supportive

"Prof. Patricia Schuck is very dedicated to what she does, always available to her students and present in our daily lives. She is caring, loving, and truly passionate about her work. She constantly encourages us to do our best and is always willing to help us with everything. It would be impossible to go through this journey without her."

Nominated by Clara Valente, Inborn Errors Lab (LEIM)/ Instituto de Bioquímica médica Leopoldo de Meis/ Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), Brazil

 

Passionate, Organized, Ethical

"Professor Schuck is truly my "lab hero". Her passion for science is incredibly inspiring and has had a profound impact on my journey as a young scientist. Professor Schuck is an outstanding researcher, and approaches her work with the extreme ethics and integrity. She makes it her life's mission to study rare diseases and help patients, especially children, with inborn errors of metabolism. It highlights her commitment to making a positive difference in the world. Her enthusiasm for problem-solving encourages all of us to think outside the box and explore new possibilities. I feel incredibly fortunate to have her as a mentor, guiding me and inspiring me to pursue my goals. Her lasting impact will undoubtedly shape the paths of many young scientists like myself for years to come."

Nominated by Bruna Klippel Ferreira, IBqM, UFRJ, Brazil

 

Dedicated, Kind, Supportive

"Professor Patrícia Schuck is a great supporter of my scientific and professional development. She excels, as a laboratory leader, managing everything with competence and dedication. We are fortunate to have her leadership and expertise."

Nominated by Maria França, Inborn Errors Lab (LEIM) / Instituto de Bioquímica Médica Leopoldo de Meis, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

 

Generous, Friendly, Dedicated

"She is an example of the person I aspire to become in the future, as she continually inspires me to strive for my best in both academia and personal life. To everyone in the lab, she is a true role model of kindness, empathy, and dedication. She goes above and beyond to help us whenever needed. Her career is devoted to researching rare diseases, and her commitment to this field not only demonstrates her passion for science but also highlights her deeply human side. For all her qualities and what she represents to us, she truly deserves to receive this award."

Nominated by Elaine Brito, Inborn Errors Lab (LEIM) / Instituto de Bioquimica Médica Leopoldo de Meis, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro UFRJ, Brazil