From Music to Particle Physics: A Journey of Discovery

This chapter chronicles a personal journey from childhood music experiences to an impressive academic path at Caltech, emphasizing a strong interest in chemistry and physics. The speaker reflects on transformative educational moments, hands-on research in neurobiology and particle physics, and the challenges of data in the context of particle physics. Ultimately, the chapter highlights a pivotal moment of introspection regarding the future of particle physics and a shift towards biophysics, integrating diverse scientific passions.