Writing
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Finding the plan: an IDP guide
February 23, 2026
The first time I completed an individual development plan (IDP) was as an undergraduate. I will admit it was initially daunting, but at each stage of my training I learned how to better utilize it. The IDP is an NIH career development tool, and when used effectively, it is a powerful tool.
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Developing a foundation in the scientific literature
May 26, 2025
As the saying goes, “chance favors the prepared mind.” The process of scientific discovery begins with a deep understanding of the knowns, such that we can address the unknowns. Each project I’ve worked on as a biochemist has required its own literature foundation, and as a scientist who likes to study a variety of proteins and work on multiple projects in parallel, I’ve developed a system for ...
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A space for independent exploration
April 24, 2025
When I think back to the concepts that first drew me to biochemistry and biophysics, it begins with chemical bonds. Atoms sharing or exchanging electrons — a seemingly simple concept — gives rise to complex geometries, spatial arrangements, and chemistries. These patterns form the foundation of the macromolecules and cellular pathways I’ve worked with every day.
