Just another example: I graduated late, then worked 2 years outside university, then started my PhD, defended my thesis at 37, and at 47 I became associate professor. Since you ask this frequently: my field is dynamical systems.

BUT

It wasn't easy to catch up. Had to accept a few things which look cool in your 20s but uncomfortable in your 40s.

Just another example: I graduated late, then worked 2 years outside university, then started my PhD, defended my thesis at 37, and at 47 I became associate professor. Since you ask this frequently: my field is dynamical systems.

BUT

It wasn't easy to catch up. I had to accept a few things which look cool in your 20s but uncomfortable in your 40s.