Neha Mishra

Neha Mishra NIG has been the home for some of the greatest personalities in the field of evolutionary studies and hence, when I was selected for the internship program at the Akashi Lab at the NIG, my heart knew no bounds. A stay of 10 weeks at the NIG constituted the most fulfilling moments of my life. It provided me an extensive research experience in an excellent environment and contributed immensely in shaping up my career goal.


 I was given an independent research project which gave me an opportunity to use my computational skills for solving problems in evolutionary biology under the able guidance of Akashi sensei. Akashi sensei and Osada sensei inspired me to learn new computer languages like Python and R and to fine-tune my organizational skills. They motivated me to learn new skills due to which I was able to get some substantial results towards the end of my internship.


 In addition to the lab sessions, I was enlightened by the weekly journal clubs and seminars in which I had the opportunity to listen to the talks delivered by eminent speakers. These talks were often followed by thought-provoking discussions. I also got the opportunity to learn about the on-going research in the field of basic biology, neurosciences, and informatics during my visits to the NIBB, the NIPS and the NII. The Japanese lessons conducted by Miyauchi sensei were a unique experience. We attended her discourses with a great deal of interest and enthusiasm.


 The lunch break at the NIG gave me an opportunity to interact with the professors in lighter veins on politics, sports (mainly soccer as the World Cup was on!), socio-economic set up, religions, cultures etc. of India and Japan.


 Our week-ends were fun-filled. The combined cooking sessions with other interns and students were an enjoyable experience. Our interactions with the ever-smiling, kind-hearted, and ever-helpful Japanese citizens were always an enriching experience, which gave us an insight in to the Japanese way of life, culture, and traditions. The varied and picturesque Japanese landscape, the ascent to Mt. Fuji and the adventures of the roller coasters will be the ever-lasting memories of my life.


 It was very hard for me to say 'Sayonara' to my professor, my lab, the NIG and Japan due to the strong emotional bond formed between us.
 Arigato Gozaimasu NIG for all the wonderful moments!!!


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