More Than One New Year
Growing up in Korea, I took it for granted that I got the “Happy New Year” feeling twice. Even if my New Year’s resolution doesn’t… Read More »More Than One New Year
Heejin Jo
Heejin Jo is a postdoctoral research fellow at Johns Hopkins’ Institute of Cell Engineering studying neurodegenerative disease, with roots in Korean medicine and clinical practice. Originally from Seoul, she enjoys discovering Baltimore’s charms on foot, meditative cooking, reflective writing and perfect moments when coffee and conversation flow into unexpected insights.
When Rain Changes Its Meaning
Have you heard about the Buddhist monk Wonhyo and the skull cup? It’s a well-known philosophical anecdote that even non-Buddhists in South Korea often learn… Read More »When Rain Changes Its Meaning
Beyond the Lab: An MLK Day of Service in Baltimore
I first learned of Martin Luther King Jr. on a recommended reading list from the other side of the world, years before I learned about… Read More »Beyond the Lab: An MLK Day of Service in Baltimore
From Mickey to Morris – A Reflection on Mice, Metaphor and Medical Science
As a postdoctoral fellow who spends her days conducting basic science research, I have noticed mice unexpectedly become a familiarity within my daily life. However,… Read More »From Mickey to Morris – A Reflection on Mice, Metaphor and Medical Science
Finding Peace on the Cutting Board
It all started with chopping carrots one late night. The irregular rhythm of the sound of the knife hitting the cutting board betrayed my clumsy… Read More »Finding Peace on the Cutting Board
Connection and Kindness in a New Place
“No worries. If you feel unsafe, you can use us anytime. That’s why we are here for.” It was late at night, a time when… Read More »Connection and Kindness in a New Place