【Editor’s Note: The Global Research Immersion Program for Young Scientists (Grips), launched in 2024, is a collaboration among Zhejiang University, the University of Science and Technology of China, Fudan University, and Nanjing University. Aimed at fostering exchanges between students worldwide, Grips offers research internships in the Yangtze River Delta, blending scientific exploration with local cultural experiences. The program initially drew 155 participants from prestigious universities. This exclusive interview features a group of talented students from Princeton University. Rohan Kumar and Connor McCord delved into the molecular mysteries of gastric cancer at the Lab of Translational Medicine, while Thia Bian focused on obesity prevention and treatment at the Chronic Disease Research Institute. Let's follow their journey of discovery at ZJU!】