Diversity Statement: The Zanos Lab is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, recognizing that diversity is essential in scientific research. Embracing multiple perspectives, opinions, and life experiences enables us to be better scientists and achieve superior scientific outcomes. We stand against all forms of racism, inequality, prejudice, and bias. Aligned with the University of Cyprus’ policy, our primary focus is to foster mentees’ growth as scientists in an environment that embraces our common humanity.