Education

  • PhD in Biological Sciences 2019-2025

    • Extensive training in scientific research

    • Led a multi-year project investigating the molecular underpinnings of brain development

    • Rigorous practice in both critical thinking and public speaking

  • Certificate in Media and Science Communication 2022-2024

    • First student to earn the certificate offered to STEM PhDs

    • Worked closely with program director to pioneer a holistic curriculum

    • Excelled in courses related to:

      • Health and Science reporting

      • Editing

      • Narrative structure

      • Data journalism

  • Certificate in Management for PhDs Jun-Aug 2023

    • Was accepted to participate in an intensive summer program offered to PhDs

    • Engaged in a wide variety of modules, including:

      • Organizational management

      • Strategic Communications

      • Leadership

      • Economics

  • BSc (Honours) in Biological Sciences

    2015-2019

Professional Associations

  • Member (2023-Present)

  • Attendee (2021)

    Programming Committee (2022-2023)