In this episode, we speak with Davy Deng, a third-year MD PhD student in the Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology program. Deng shares his unique background, growing up as a nomad in the Gobi Desert and his path from studying chemistry at UC Berkeley to researching whole brain emulation for small model organisms. He offers insights into balancing hobbies, dealing with imposter syndrome, and the importance of resilience. Deng also discusses his long-term goals in mind uploading research and emphasizes the value of maintaining one’s humanity and to succeed in their scientific careers.