I loved to read, sometimes thousands of pages in a year. My parents encouraged my curiosity by getting me DIY science kits. I was also in love with animals that I thought about being a marine biologist or wildlife veterinarian.

Sometimes I get physically sick before having to do public speaking. I’ve even done public speaking workshops but every time I get on stage I get very nervous.

There have been a lot of times in science, especially during my PhD, where I felt like I didn’t belong. But I find comfort knowing that there are other people who are figuring out their roles in their job.

I like a lot of things that might be outside the norm and I have a bubbly personality.

When I’m enthusiastic about something, I get sparks of creativity and am able to create a plan to seek out solutions.

I really like creating systems, organizing information, planning, and creating lists. I do not prefer spontaneity.

I usually need to put myself against a wire to get the moments of inspiration or produce my best work.