Q. Where are you originally from?

A. Japan

Q. Where did you receive your PhD and what was your primary research focus?

A. The University of Tokyo, small RNA biology

Q. When not in the lab, you can be found...

A. At the rooftop deck of my apartment.

Q. What are you looking forward to exploring/doing in Berkeley and/or the Bay Area post-pandemic & why?

A. In-person gathering and going to a restaurant.

Q. Anything else you'd like to share about yourself?

A. My hobby is playing the flute and cycling.