In his talk, Sean shares a personal reflection on life with a rare disease and the unexpected ways science has shaped his path. Through the lens of his own diagnostic journey, he offers a glimpse into what it feels like to search for answers — and finally begin to find them. While his story may evolve, Sean’s message remains clear: behind every sample, study, and data point is a real person. His story is not just one of resilience, but a reminder of the quiet, powerful impact science has on the lives it touches — including his own.