Shraddha on Instagram: "When I first joined my PhD program, I thought I understood what research meant, but I never realized the depth of what it truly entails. Research is challenging because only a small percentage of experiments actually work the way you expect them to. Most of the time, it’s troubleshooting, re-thinking, and starting over. But that’s also what makes it beautiful. It teaches you discipline, patience, and perseverance in a way nothing else can. Every setback is a reminder that