Why do a PhD?

1. I like to do the PhD-related activities.

   • Studying
   • Working in nature
     • Analyzing and computing
   • Writing
   • Presenting
   • Educating

2. I want to learn the ecosystem modeling at a deep level.

3. I like the liberal atmosphere of academic community.

   • Open discussion
   • Less strict working time

4. I like jobs with a PhD than ones with a bachelor’s or Master’s degree.

Why do a PhD abroad?

1. There are potential advisors whose experience well aligns with what I want to study.
2. They have established programs for training young researchers.
3. They have a pleasant research environment. I can more concentrate on my own research, not on irritating stuffs such as administrative works.
4. I could be more connected to the international research community.