YAN SUN, 39

THE PROP: Yan Sun's daughter, Miranda, 9, represents a key to her life goals, making the cyberworld safer and better through education and research.
THE PROP: Yan Sun's daughter, Miranda, 9, represents a key to her life goals, making the cyberworld safer and better through education and research.

Why did you select your profession?

Becoming a college professor is one of the best decisions I have ever made. I can explore in depth the topics I love. I learn from colleagues who are often among the best in their field. I travel around the world to make friends with similar research interests. I interact with bright, young minds who keep me enthusiastic and energetic. And, as an added bonus, I get paid.

Where do you see yourself professionally in 10 years?

I am less concerned about the specific positions I will hold but rather the impact I can make.

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What’s the best career advice you’ve received?

I got this advice from a senior physics professor: “As a woman in engineering, you can have a happy family and successful career, as long as you creatively find the path and patiently work toward your goals.” •

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