ABOUT ME

I'm deeply passionate about working on cutting-edge projects that have the potential to make a significant impact on people's lives. Whether it's pioneering healthcare solutions, sustainable energy technologies, or user-friendly apps, I thrive on pushing boundaries and using the latest tools to solve complex problems, all with the aim of ultimately benefiting individuals and communities.

I also greatly enjoy collaborating with diverse teams that bring together individuals from various backgrounds and disciplines. This fusion of perspectives, experiences, and expertise fuels creativity and innovation, resulting in more holistic and impactful solutions. I find it immensely satisfying to contribute my skills and insights to such teams, where everyone's unique strengths can shine and collectively, we can make a meaningful difference in the world.

MY JOURNEY

I earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University of Rochester in 2017. My academic journey began in Vera Gorbunova's laboratory, involving extensive work across 25+ species, with a focus on the naked mole rat and bowhead whale. This introduced me to proteomics and genomics, shaping my graduate education.

I received a Fulbright research grant, relocating to the University of Hong Kong, where I conducted innovative aging research in Dr. Zhongjun Zhou's lab. During his Fulbright, I collaborated with industry and government, improving research infrastructure in Asia. I also enhanced communication skills through presentations in Singapore and Mongolia.

After Hong Kong, I pursued a Ph.D. at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics. My research centers on the molecular basis of social behavior in leafcutter ants, specifically neuropeptide expression's role in eusociality.

With a diverse academic background and international collaborations, I aim to transition into consulting, using his expertise to devise impactful solutions for individuals.