![Michael Sun](/sites/default/files/styles/square_crop_scale/public/2023-08/sun_m2.jpg?h=a7e6d17b&itok=VBZsEKw5)
PhD Student
Home town: Taipei, Taiwan
College: National Taiwan University
Research: Repurposing commercially available drugs against specific subtype of glioblastoma.
Career Goals: Faculty in academic institutions
Hobbies: Playing percussion and the piano, going to the beach, and trying local restaurants.
Why Duke: Duke and the Pathology program offer excellent faculty with diverse research interests, flexible course design, and boundless resources that altogether create a great environment for my Ph.D. study.
Why Durham: Durham is a small but vibrant town with lots to offer. The cost of living is very reasonable, the job opportunities are endless, and I love the local restaurants and art centers in this area!