A drop in the ocean

I am now searching for a new thing to do research about.
I now have to be responsible for two mini research projects for the students.
I am all excited to do my bit to get the Nobel Prize but...
Initially, I wanted it to be as far apart from my past so that I don't have to even consider the possibility of bumping into them again.
But then, I realized that I've been doing what I've been doing for so long that I don't know how to do something else.
Haih..it's hard to get away.
Then I wonder what are my options in this field? Maybe if I pick a different thing but still within the confines of my experience and knowledge, I can still do it.
Ilmu Allah kan luas, all we have is just a drop.
So, gotta keep searching!