In today's AI-filled age, it is impossible to ignore the impact that modern-day devices and scientific breakthroughs have made on society. The difference in computational power in the then Apollo Guidance Computer from today's average computing chip is astoundingly stark.  It is unfathomable to think that we may live in an age where quantum computer qubits scale at a rate comparable to the Moore's Law equivalent for transistors in ICs.  As a society we must approach these various technologies with caution, as we may discover many unexpected emergent phenomena as a result of their presence and integration into design.  

This has influenced my professional interests in the direction of improving the lives of others via human-centered design approaches. Feasibility, desirability, viability, all intertwined with sustainable environmental practices are crucial to adopt as climate change progresses.  My background as a chemical engineer and experience in genetic modification, geometric optimization, catalysis, porous organic cages, and curriculum design has prepared me well to approach any new scientific topic. It is important that scientists communicate effectively in teams, a skill I developed in these group environments. Technological fields are dynamic in nature and require consistent "re-learning" and self-study to keep up with current practices.

It is important to find unifying principles between subjects and to practice learning techniques such as the memory palace, interleaving, and a growth mindset as detailed by Dr. Barbara Oakley in her course "Learning how to Learn". I look forward to expanding my knowledge and skills as a professional to make the largest positive impact on my community and world.