‘Are we not all pursuing freedom?’ UC San Diego Postdoctoral Scholars Ask Bold Questions

UC San Diego Today spoke with three postdoctoral scholars about their research, why they chose to pursue a career in academia and what continues to inspire them.

I’d describe myself as a drug hunter with a curious mind. My research lies at the intersection of medicinal and synthetic chemistry, focusing on the design and synthesis of novel vaccine adjuvants to advance next-generation immunotherapies. I have always been passionate about medicinal chemistry and its potential to transform an idea into meaningful solutions in healthcare. Seeing a challenging idea develop into a successful product that has the potential to improve the lives of thousands of people is the most rewarding aspect of my job.