When the show began, I was finishing my sophmore year in college, studying for a degree in biophysics. I was active as a tutor in biology and physics, a resident advisor in the dormitories and a self-professed Christian, but I hadn't been baptized. Since our little adventure has been over, I have stepped up my research, completing two Howard Hughes Medical Institute Fellowships and one National Institute of Health Fellowship. I recently completed my biophysics degree with highest honors and will shortly commence a joint degree in medicine and PhD in Neuroscience (MD/PhD) on a full scholarship. In the year after the show finished, I decided that my non-literal view of genesis and my respect for evolutionary theory were perfectly compatible with being a Christian, culminating in a joyful baptism.

Birthplace: Chicago, IL, but was raised in Sydney, Australia.

Height: 5'11

Favorite Food: Middle Eastern

Favorite Verse: 'Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.' Matthew 5 vs 9

Favorite Scientific Fact or Scientist and why: Enrico Fermi was the first to achieve Sustainable Nuclear Energy in Chicago, December 2, 1942. There are discoveries and proposals being made that could provide nuclear plants with a 0% chance of meltdown and little chance of producing weapons grade material. If we could fund this research, there is the possibility of achieving greater peace, safety and environmental responsibility throughout the world.

Person you admire most and why: Gandhi. His resolve, compassion and shrewd mind were a blessing to millions.

Favorite Authors: Kurt Vonnegut Jr., William Gibson, Cervantes.

Last Read: The World is Flat, Thomas Friedman.

What you liked most about the trip (or if you can't think of it, favorite stop on the way): Finding interesting diversity in the ideas and thoughts of the people we met.

What you disliked most about the trip: Being told I would "burn in hell" for not taking Genesis literally.

What you took away from the experience/journey: Gratitude, Humility, Self-Awareness, Friendship.

Career Goal: Medical Career/Become an expert in Brain Information Theory/Have a hand in some medical technology ventures.

Interesting Fact: I'm an architecture/skyscraper enthusiast.

Favorite Quote: "Make no little plans. They have no magic in them to stir men's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in hope and work, remembering that a noble, logical diagram once recorded will never die, but long after we are gone will be a living thing, asserting itself with ever growing insistency. Remember that our sons and grandsons are going to do things that would stagger us." -Daniel Burnham