Enjoy your scientific endeavor

Makiko Iwafuchi

Completed Ph.D. program in March 2009
Developmental Biology Laboratory
(Prof. Hisato Kondoh moved out in 2014)

It has been 10 years since I graduated from the FBS, but I never forget the lively vibe in the department. I was fascinated by the multidisciplinary environment, where people came up with all crazy ideas to pioneer new fields, and I was fully convinced to pursue a scientific career for the rest of my life. I actually did not have any clear vision for my future path. Looking back, all I did was just trying my best for all the opportunities I got, no matter whether it was a presentation in a small internal seminar or a big conference. It brought me to my current independent position. Fortunately, I keep having an exciting scientific life with my young colleagues. I am sure that FBS gives you unlimited possibilities – good luck with your scientific endeavor!