A. I work in a new field called connectomics, which seeks to map the connections between the brain’s neurons. This is a daunting challenge, as 100,000 neurons and a billion connections are contained in just one cubic millimeter of brain. Within 10 years, I hope that connectomics will revolutionize neuroscience, much as genomics has done for biology.

A. At that time, I expect that I will be appreciating my wife the most.

A. My intellectual role model has always been my father. He thinks carefully and logically, has the courage to think differently, and communicates even the most sophisticated thoughts in clear and simple language. And he does so with a passion and zest that excites everyone around him.

A. Working hard, indulging my curiosity, focusing my energy on things that I am passionate about, and always thinking deeply about what is truly worthwhile.

A. I think the greatest challenge of education is to help each student discover what he or she truly cares about. I try the best I can, but education is still a mystery to me.

A. In 10 years, I hope that Korean science will be as famous throughout the world as Korean technology and entertainment. I think that this trend is just beginning.

A. As a neuroscientist, my greatest struggle is not with my colleagues but with the brain. This organ is so complex that it has defied human understanding. Studying the brain fills me with awe and wonder about us and our universe.