I originally created this website back in 2016 as a means of organizing information on thorium-based nuclear reactors (partly out of passion for the chemistry and technology, and partly out of frustration for why governments around the planet are still not orienting more focus toward them?!).
In the time since, it has co-evolved into much more of a personal space – periodically saturated by images, sounds, and words that I’ve accumulated some kind of nostalgic appreciation for.
These days, I’m a pipette slinger at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. My lab’s research work is largely focused on the genetic engineering of human T cells with synthetic immune receptors that can allow for the recognition and killing of tumor cells. During my time here, I’ve gained a lot of proficiency with some really amazing techniques like flow cytometry, ELISA, design and cloning of both chimeric antigen receptors and T cell receptors, retroviral and lentiviral transduction, in addition to extensive cell culturing and work with mouse models. I’m looking to complete a medical-scientist training program in the hopes of someday becoming “a damn good doctor”.
My approach to just about everything is with both an open mind and a cautious skepticism. Somewhere along the lines, I found myself down a rabbit hole on the objective analysis of the development of language, thought, and belief across different cultures, and their compounding implications for the evolution of macro-society. I occasionally collect thoughts about this here, along with some other random things.
Other hobbies of mine include making utterly ridiculous spreadsheets, traveling, reading, writing, swimming, skiing, trying new beers, chess, photography, studying other languages (Chinese, Spanish, Japanese, Norwegian, French, and Russian so far), and music.
For any inquiries or those with shared interests, I encourage you to contact me directly at: snedal@mail.usf.edu
Sebastian Snedal
Moffitt Cancer Center – Department of Immunology
University of South Florida, Tampa
Cellular and Molecular Biology B.S. (Minor: Chemistry)
Psychology B.A.