Dr Julie Bakker's Lecture: My Response -- Ryosuke Iida

Attending Dr. Julie Bakker’s lecture in New Zealand was an eye-opening cultural experience. The lecture uniquely opened with a traditional Māori song. It was so surprising for me.

Scientifically, Using fMRI data, Dr. Julie Bakker demonstrated that brain responses vary even among biological females depending on their gender identity comfort, proving that gender is a complex mix of biology and lived experiences.

Grasping the English technical jargon was challenging, though the presentation slides proved invaluable. I have a desire to become a researcher myself. I major computer science in University of Tokyo, so I want to become an engineer or something like that.

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  1. Misaki NakayamaMarch 12, 2026 at 2:52 AM

    Your profession you’re aiming for is cool! I want you to become the researcher and make new world.

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    1. RyosukeMarch 12, 2026 at 6:31 PM

      Thank you for your comment! I'll do my best to make that happen!

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  2. Hinako OyaMarch 12, 2026 at 6:12 PM

    Listening to traditional Māori songs was a good experience for me too.

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    1. RyosukeMarch 12, 2026 at 6:34 PM

      I had no idea what they were saying, but it was a great experience!

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  3. RyosukeMarch 12, 2026 at 6:34 PM

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  4. David WoodfieldMarch 12, 2026 at 6:50 PM

    How the brain works and how it develops, these are indeed complex questions! It is great to know that there are thorough researchers like Bakker out there who are tirelessly trying to throw light on these issues. David :-)

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