My name is Takeru Watanabe, and I am based in Torrance, California. I am fluent in both English and Japanese, with limited proficiency in Spanish. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Syracuse University, where I was actively involved in the Beta Beta Beta honor society. Currently, I work as a Technical Administrator at Daicel America Holdings, Inc., where I have been for over two years. Prior to this, I gained valuable experience as a Food Safety Specialist at Mutual Trading Co., Inc., and as a Laboratory Research Assistant at Syracuse University, where I focused on fungal proteins. My diverse background also includes an internship at the 66th Assembly District Office in California, where I engaged with constituents and contributed to legislative research. I am passionate about combining my technical skills with my dedication to science and technology.