I3 was born, representing Interesting Incomplete Ideas. As the lab geared up to celebrate its 10th anniversary in 2023, it provided the perfect opportunity to reconnect with lab alums. The primary goal was to extend invitations for the DecaDance, the milestone celebration, and to explore whether any alumni harbored intriguing ideas left unfinished. In reaching out to several alums, Misal engaged in captivating conversations. He aims to compile and document their I3s so that current and future lab members have a reference point to reach out to for inspiration if they find themselves pursuing ideas along similar lines.
Misal is a graduate student pursuing a Master’s in Finance at The University of Texas at Dallas. He also has a Master’s degree in the field of Physics. Moreover, he has research experience in the field of Atmospheric Science. He is a Financial Coordinator at ArtSciLab, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration across cultures and disciplines. He decided to study physics and finance because his interests lie in these two highly distinct fields: Cosmology and Investments. He believes both areas require a similar approach to analyzing data, identifying patterns, and making informed decisions based on evidence.