Early on because of where I was born and raised in East Africa (Sudan), I discovered my passion in observing animals and to be in nature. Hence, I decided to join the sciences faculty, zoology department. Later on, I felt fascinated by Evolution in action & the power of using yeast as an experimental evolution model to address various scientific problems. I completed my graduate studies in Taiwan in Dr. Jun Yi Leu lab, where I was trying to understand mitochondrial DNA quality control mechanisms via experimental evolution. I am excited to be joining the Al-Sadylab where I will be involved in exploring the evolution of heterochromatin spreading.Outside of science, I enjoy outdoor activities: cycling, hiking, and to be in nature.