Evolutionary Biology PhD Student Get-together in Okinawa

On October 20–23, 2025, Jomel attended the Japan PhD Student Meeting in Evolutionary Biology held at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST). The event brought together PhD students in evolutionary biology from across Japan for four days of presentations, discussions, and community building.

Research presentations were held on the second and third days, where Jomel also joined the poster session to share his ongoing work. Beyond the academic program, the group explored one of the world’s largest aquariums, the Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, an experience that added a fun and memorable highlight to the trip.

The conference provided not only academic learnings but also opportunities to form meaningful connections, friendships, and collaborations. These experiences, combined with the knowledge gained, will help strengthen our future contributions to evolutionary biology.