I have a lifelong goal of supporting and building simple, efficient, innovative environmental solutions. During my BS and MS programs, I worked on biological treatment designs for industrial wastewater. I did a PhD in Engineering to reinforce my Biotechnology skill set with engineering skills. During my PhD, I optimized polymer nanocomposites for building materials applications, tested their durability, and developed additive modifications for nanoscale restructuring of the composites. These broad experiences epitomize my analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. I am agile in picking up jargon across different disciplines and teams, which makes me highly adaptable.
My specific skills are: designing and optimizing treatments, data analysis and visualization, technical reporting, and effective science communications to scientific and non-scientific audiences. My public speaking experience includes writing blog posts, recording podcasts, and STEM storytelling in virtual and in-person events. I am honored to have received a 3-Minute Thesis award, an invited PechaKucha on Sustainability, and a STEM Storytellers Fellowship.
My non-scientific creative outlets are painting and baking.