Graduate Researcher
Santa Barbara, Ca
Performed research in the Biomolecular Science and Engineering program with Kevin Plaxco in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Developed a integrated, point-of-care, microfluidic sensing platform for the detection of pathogens, including HIV and Salmonella, using electrochemical sensors and isothermal amplification.Mentored junior graduates, undergraduates, and participated in the Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program providing mentorship to local high school… Show more Performed research in the Biomolecular Science and Engineering program with Kevin Plaxco in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. Developed a integrated, point-of-care, microfluidic sensing platform for the detection of pathogens, including HIV and Salmonella, using electrochemical sensors and isothermal amplification.Mentored junior graduates, undergraduates, and participated in the Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program providing mentorship to local high school science teachers to enrich secondary school curricula.Served as a teaching assistant in Departments of Molecular Biology and Chemistry & Biochemistry. Show less