I am grateful for the opportunity to spend time as a visiting researcher through the University of Angers International Research Mobility (MIR) Fellowship, which supported a one-month research stay focused on international scientific collaboration.
During my visit, I had the chance to present my program of research on attention, culture, and consumer well-being, and to engage in many research conversations with colleagues. The experience was intellectually stimulating and sparked several new ideas for future research collaborations.
I was also invited to attend a research seminar on digital detox, presented in French. It was a fascinating, timely, and important topic, especially as we continue to think about technology, well-being, and consumer life in an increasingly connected world.
Beyond the academic experience, life in France was wonderful. Angers is a beautiful, green, and highly livable city, with excellent food, good wine, an active lifestyle, and a strong sense of quality of life.
Thank you to Gaëlle and the research team at the University of Angers for this wonderful visiting researcher opportunity. I am grateful to have spent time with such a welcoming group of researchers doing interesting and impactful work.
Sydney Chinchanachokchai, Ph.D. 