Dr. Loraine Pastoriza Primaleon discusses her experience in the geothermal industry. She shares her unexpected journey to becoming a geologist, her decision to pursue a PhD, and the challenges she faced in her research. She also discusses the results of her study on fractures in geothermal systems and the importance of having the right mentor and opportunities in the field of science.⌛Chapters00:00 Starting the Conversation02:08 The Path to Science04:18 Choosing a PhD and the Challenges07:31 Why Geothermal? The Importance of Renewable Energy08:32 Introduction to the Study09:04 Description of the Study11:27 Understanding Fractures and Faults13:18 Data Analysis and Methodology15:24 Developing a Research Question17:03 Components of a Geothermal System19:22 Results and Conclusions22:05 Studying Fractals and Topology24:02 Challenges in Conducting Research26:05 Experience in the UK and Writing a Thesis29:52 Publishing Research Results33:03 Moving to Another Position and Future Dreams34:51 Advice for Those Starting Out in Research38:51 Bridging Academia and Industry39:52 Closing and Follow Dr. Primaleon on Instagram📚Reference: Primaleon, L. P., McCaffrey, K. J., & Holdsworth, R. E. (2020). Fracture attribute and topology characteristics of a geothermal reservoir: Southern Negros, Philippines. Journal of the Geological Society, 177(5), 1092-1106.► https://pubs.geoscienceworld.org/gsl/jgs/article-abstract/177/5/1092/585383/Fracture-attribute-and-topology-characteristics-of🤝Behind The Science Podcast is presented to you by Marine & Earth Science Learning Hub, UP Resilience Institute, and Liknayan Podcast.🌊Follow Marine & Earth Science Learning Hub on @marineearthscience ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marineearthscience► Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@marineearthscience► Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marineearthscience🎙️Follow Behind The Science Podcast on► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/btspodcast23► Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg3GZRd-UMScYpWlDj5T3eklUF75XPeLD&si=rg8Qf1i8k4zPnlcp► Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NTLrSfceKjpFvZWflzBJj?si=dbf094cba38746a0► Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/behind-the-science-podcast/id1753464681📝How to publish your research in the Philippine Journal of Science►https://philjournalsci.dost.gov.ph/author-s-guide-1🦖Join our science community► https://www.facebook.com/groups/scienceenthusiastsph⚛️Learn physics with Pinoy Physicists►https://youtube.com/@liknayan.podcast