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[Prologue] The world we live in is just like a large library filled with books.However, God doesn’t easily show us the content of these books.Science is the key for unlocking these secrets.This is the gift for tomorrow.Titlte-The Gift for Tomorrow[Episode 1]Newton said that the universe is like clockwork. He found the principle behind it.The law of universal gravitation isn’t the only thing that Newton has taught me.He has taught me to be curious, to have passion and concentrate and the joy of discovering scientific principles.That’s why I’m studying physics.People sometimes ask me what I’m going do to after studying basic science.But they wouldn’t ask that same question to Newton or Einstein.This is something that has to be done and this is something that requires a sense of duty and devotion.[Episode 2]The Curiosity for Nature is one of our oldest traits.I’m very curious about things that I can’t see with my eyes.When I looked through the microscope for the first time, it was so clear and beautiful.Then, I realized that nothing could replace the joy of making new discoveries.The window for looking into an unknown world… Now I am fascinated by an MRI as much as a microscope when I was a little girl.I use various scientific principles to diagnose diseases and seek cures.And I understand the precious value of life and this process brings me the fruit and joy of my work.[Episode 3]Natures colors change along with the seasons.Besides 4 seasons, Korea has a lot in common with my home, Austria.My Korean colleagues have passion for research. They are broad-minded, considerate, and respectful of others. Most of all, Korea is also a home of learning that has nurtured my dreams of science.KIAS fosters a free atmosphere, serious study, and passion for research.So I’m learning a lot and growing with KIAS.KIAS is like a path that introduces me to a greater world through science. This is the most valuable gift there can be.[Episode 4]Once during an interview, a reporter  asked me  why I think basic science is important.  Well, one can give many different answers to this question. My answer was this. "It's important because it's a part of our cultural heritage to future generations." 150 years ago, German mathematician Riemann had proposed a new theory on the notion of space. At that time, people believed that it had nothing to do with the real world. But his great discovery led to Einstein's theory of relativity and it has played a foundational role in solving many important problems, including  problems I worked on.  Without such scientific cultural legacies, we couldn't have imagined all the developments in today's world. Just imagine! The discoveries I made today, out of my pure curiosity, may serve as the key to solve someone else's problems in the future. Isn't this wonderful? [Episode 5]I enjoy catching the searching eyes of thoughtful students. Science has a bright future as long as their passion for learning is encouraged.	Science grows by sharing.Feynman and Einstein are two great minds whose work allured me to the world of physics. I dare hope that I too will have played some small part in helping these young minds to realize the dream of their own discoveries.What they should learn is not just the academic knowledge, be it superstring theory or some other.Often I say that the biggest trick to learn is finding the right questions. Make a habit out of asking questions and pursue the answers to the end, and then you will learn how.This is how we humanity discovered the nature, and this is how we will be led to the bigger and the brighter future. [Epilogue]No one knows what scientific truths our dreams and curiosity will discoveror where they will lead us.We believe that our dreams are the dreams of the futureand that our efforts will create a better world… just like they always have.
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