“The five competencies of the GCSP developed me into a versatile and conscientious scientist-engineer, ready to take on an independent research project as a Ph.D. candidate. Almost daily, I see how the translational, multidisciplinary and people-focused mindset of GCSP challenges myself and my lab to make biological data meaningful and to transform it into something that improves patient quality of life. Although I have yet to decide what I will do with my advanced education, the principles engrained in me by the GCSP will help guide me to an impactful and gratifying career in industry or academia.”