Q1. Who inspired you to become a scientist? My science teachers in middle and high school! I had some really great ones who imbued me with a fascination for the natural world. Q2. What drives your research interest? Surprises, and discordant facts, mostly. When a result doesn’t match expectations, or when two well-established facts seem […]

Q1. Who inspired you to become a scientist? Quite unexpectedly, I was inspired by the professor who taught biochemistry during my bachelor’s studies in physical education. I had to retake the exam, which forced me to dive deeper into the material — and instead of being discouraged, I became intrigued. That experience sparked a growing […]

Q1. Who inspired you to become a scientist? I have always been fascinated by understanding how life works. Along the way, my school social sciences teacher and high school physics teacher encouraged my curiosity. Q2. What drives your research interest? Curiosity drives me, wanting to uncover how things work and why. Passion for discovery keeps […]

Q1. Who inspired you to become a scientist? There wasn’t a single individual who inspired me—my interest in science has been there since childhood. I was always the kid running little experiments, taking things apart, and trying to understand why the world works the way it does. Q2. What drives your research interest? My research […]

Q1. Who inspired you to become a scientist? The scientist interviews in the Campbell Biology textbook captivated me; especially Joan Steitz’s. They showed me how curiosity and persistence can change what we know about life. Q2. What drives your research interest? Curiosity. I love pushing the boundaries of what we know so we can better […]