Tell me, what is your next idea? [laughs] I have many ideas. That's actually the reason why, even after I come home from work, I don't stop thinking about science. I have to actually find ways to stop my head from talking about science. I have specific ideas, of course, for the projects that I work on. But then I also have things like, okay, this is kind of what I would want to be. Who do I want to be when I grow up? Right. I still don't feel like I'm an old person or that I've grown up to my full potential. So, I definitely want to make an impact. My goal is to get as far as I can with what I can do or what I know how to do in order to extend that life. Okay, I have a big ask for you now - a really big ask. Your next sentence will not be about science. Go ahead. Perfect! I love being in nature. I love walking. I love trees and forests. I really enjoy playing with my children, and more recently, we started going skating and going on scooters together. We have reached the level where we can all play together in a fashion that is enjoyable for all of us. How did you get to this balance? I think everybody will tell you there is really no work-life balance. [laughs] But I really try my very best to make sure that I'm available for my family. Because of all these deadlines, all these projects and all these papers always need to be submitted. There is no end to it. There is always another project, and there is always another deadline. There is always something else. Kids and families are growing very quickly. I prioritize them. And if my career cannot accommodate my choices in terms of family, then it's not a career I want. There are many options in terms of careers out there. What is the most wonderful thing that you found in California? [laughs] California is very pretty. The Redwood forests are absolutely amazing. I absolutely love them! Do you have a final message for the community? 30 DAILY MICCAI Tuesday Women in Science
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