Ernesto Solano Guizar is an Associate Scientist for Discover Biology at Neurocrine Biosciences, where he works to identify new disease-related genes that could be incorporated into a treatment that patients can use to alleviate their symptoms. Ernesto Solano Guizar, the son of immigrants, was determined to succeed academically after discovering a passion for science as a child.

Within, he shares his upbringing, his encounters with diversity in STEM and what they taught him, and his advice to never be ashamed of your interests. Learn more about his story in the video below!