I live about 4 miles from one of the largest nuclear facilities in the United States—a place that helped develop the atomic bomb and now hums along with cutting‑edge nuclear research with the fastest computer on earth, “Frontier.” It’s the kind of place where people casually discuss particle behavior over coffee like it’s the weather report, and many of my friends are retired from the “Lab,” as it’s affectionately known.
My own “scientific” career peaked around age 10 with a chemistry set in the kitchen, where my most notable experiments took place. This episode involved a mysterious vial of liquid catching fire on the table and me bravely extinguishing it with the back of my mom’s favorite hairbrush. While my neighbors were refining nuclear science, I was refining new ways to ruin household items,
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I’m a dreamer at heart, proudly born and raised in San Francisco—a city that covers just 49 square miles but was heaven on earth for me. Every corner of The City (as we natives affectionately call it) has been a part of my life. No area ever felt too distant. With wide eyes and an open heart, I’ve always welcomed the world around me. I find joy in creativity, wonder, and discovering new possibilities—whether that’s through international work adventures or dreaming up the next exciting idea. Even though San Francisco was my hometown, my passport has taken me to many amazing places and introduced me to wonderful people, shaping me in countless ways. I carry pieces of these experiences and friendships with me wherever I go. Above all, I treasure my family, friends, and those small, meaningful moments that keep my spirit alive and thriving. I never want my curiosity to fade away.
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