Why Publishing Is More Than a Requirement
In academic science, publishing is often treated as a goal, a finish line that students must cross to graduate, earn a fellowship, or move forward in their career. But in my lab and teaching experience, I try to reframe publishing as something more meaningful. I see it as a process of education, reflection, and mentorship. […]
Fostering Faculty Excellence as a Researcher‑Educator
At CMU I’ve come to appreciate that the best research and the best teaching are two sides of the same coin. When faculty conduct cutting‑edge research, it enriches their teaching. When faculty teach well, it refines their thinking and often leads to new research ideas. My work has been about aligning educational rigor with our […]
Empowering the Next Generation: How Taiwan Is Cultivating Global Life Science Talent
A Global Mindset Starts at Home When I reflect on the journey of training young scientists here in Taiwan, I see one key ingredient: helping students think globally from day one. At China Medical University (CMU) we believe in preparing life science talent not just for local impact but for a world stage. This means giving students […]
From Bench to Bedside: Translational Cancer Research Success Stories
Turning Discoveries Into Treatments One of the most exciting parts of being a cancer researcher is watching an idea that began in a lab eventually help a patient in the real world. This journey — from the laboratory “bench” to the patient’s “bedside” — is what we call translational research. It’s where science meets medicine, […]
Innovations in Geriatric Oncology and Palliative Care for Aging Populations
Cancer and Aging: A Growing Challenge As the world’s population gets older, we are facing a new and urgent challenge in medicine: how do we best care for elderly cancer patients? In my work as a cancer researcher and pharmacist, I’ve seen firsthand how age changes everything — from how cancer develops, to how patients […]
Gender Equity in Oncology: The Role of Women in Advancing Cancer Science
Women Belong in the Lab — and at the Podium When people think of a scientist, they often picture a man in a lab coat. But look a little closer — in cancer research labs, hospitals, and classrooms around the world, you’ll find brilliant, passionate women leading the charge against one of humanity’s toughest diseases. […]