Vivian Li grew up in Vancouver mostly before moving to Montreal to complete an honors degree in biology from McGill University. After spending several years studying the cell cytoskeleton, she decided to delve into the world of systems neuroscience as an RA at Rockefeller. Now, as a graduate student, she once again has switched disciplines to study bacterial defense systems. Outside of the lab, Vivian is a fashion enthusiast, who is also passionate about ceramics and fine art. On a sunny day, you’ll find her hiking with her greyhound Jellybean or exploring the endless vintage shops in New York.