Nayan Vinod Suryawanshi
International Program Associate, Laboratory for Protein Conformation Diseases

How will the experiences in the program pay off for your science career?

My experience at UCSF has been incredibly rewarding and has provided me with a strong foundation in neuroscience research. My research focus is on understanding the neural basis of cognition/memory and dysfunction. Visiting the University of California, San Francisco will pay off for my career in several ways:

First, UCSF is a world-renowned institution with a strong reputation in the field of neuroscience. Being able to learn from and interact with leading experts in the field provided me with valuable knowledge and skills that will be beneficial throughout my career. Second, the exchange program provided me with the opportunity to collaborate with researchers from different backgrounds and cultures. This will assist me in expanding my research's global perspective and in creating a network of contacts abroad that will be beneficial to me throughout my career. Third, I received exposure to cutting-edge technology and equipment. This will allow me to gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art tools and methods, which will be valuable during my Ph.D. and future academic endeavors. Lastly, the academic award that I won, gave me the chance to showcase my abilities and achievements to a wider audience and open new doors for my future career. This recognition can help me to secure funding for my research and open up new job opportunities.

Overall, the UCSF-CBS exchange program will give me a wealth of beneficial knowledge, abilities, and experiences that will help my career in the neuroscience field.