Dive into the secrets of intriguing research

Risa Sawada

Completed Ph.D. program in June 2019
Laboratory of Pattern Formation (Prof. Shigeru Kondo)

What are you fascinated by? After obtaining my bachelor’s degree in education, I thought that I would need to immerse myself in more scientific experiences to be able to teach science in a fascinating way. I therefore decided to enroll at FBS where intriguing research is a central concept. Other than focusing on my research through my active and free communication with my colleagues, I enjoyed many other experiences other than the expertise and culture of the school, such as social gatherings. Through my discussions with various researchers, I noticed that the fun of science begins with a kind of gyre of curiosity, such as questioning colleagues about anything, such as: “Why do these phenomena happen? Are they commonly known or obvious?”
I am also currently working at a university in charge of PR of science to broaden the appeal of the research topics. I realize value of my experience in the school days. Come and immerse yourself in your exciting research at FBS!