Where are you from and what do you enjoy most about your hometown?
I grew up moving between Bangkok and Suphan Buri in central Thailand. What I love most is the vibrant and accessible food culture, especially the lively food markets and street vendors with delicious, spicy offerings available at any time of the day. It’s a foodie paradise!
What is your research focused on?
My research is focused on investigating changes in the epigenome of aging immune cells and their impact on the development and progression of cancer. I am also developing an approach to improve functions of aged immune cells, aiming to contribute to potential advancements in immunotherapy.
What is your favorite part of your research?
My current favorite aspect of my research is capturing and analyzing images of my cells following immunofluorescence staining. It has been really exciting to see colorful stains on my cells and observe their cellular components that are typically invisible to the naked eye.
How do you relax when you’re not working?
When not working, I unwind by spending quality time with my two labradors, taking them for walks or enjoying cozy moments on the couch while watching our favorite Kdrama. I also love art and craft activities, frequently immersing myself in DIY projects around my apartment.
Tell us about an activity outside of lab you’re involved in and why it’s important to you
Beyond the lab, I serve as the Community Outreach Director for Harvard Science in the News. In this role, I connect with communities in greater Boston, organizing hands-on science activities for kids at Boston Public Libraries and regional science fairs. It’s a meaningful way for me to share the excitement of science and make it more accessible. Additionally, I serve on the BPH Mental Health and Wellbeing Committee. This is important to me as I get to work directly with faculty members and program staff to help address common concerns among fellow grad students, aiming to foster an environment where grad school is not as prone to burnout as traditionally known.
