Welcome to Shunchang's Blog!

I've written a few papers before, but to be honest, they just show that I can handle basic research and put together decent summaries. I haven't really done anything that feels truly satisfying to me yet. What I'm always chasing is research that feels simple and beautiful: whether that's in the ideas, the structure, or how it's expressed through code, writing, or visuals. I tend to trust my sense of aesthetics, and it grows and changes with new experiences and feedback. That's what keeps me curious and excited to learn. And it's exactly why I decided to do a PhD: I really want to see how far I can go.

Some people might say I'm an idealist (I don't love labels, but fair enough). I like to think of my life as a journey with three stages:

• Making a living: I'm not super materialistic, but I do want the freedom to try out different lifestyles, maybe study art/music someday if I get the chance. And I want to make sure my loved ones and myself don't have to give up things that matter just because of money.
• Being seen: I hope people remember me: not because I want to be famous, but because I've done something meaningful. Recognition isn't the goal, just something that might come along the way.
• Making a difference: I want to help others: not by giving advice or sharing my story, but by trying to build a world where more people get the chance to shine. A place where everyone can do what they love and become who they want to be.