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Houston, Texas, United States

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

• Designed and executed experimental protocols to verify the co-generation of hydrogen peroxide electricity ex-situ using a rotating ring disk electrode (RRDE) assembly.
• Developed and implemented strategies for selective catalyst modification, achieving benefits exceeding 100% and electrode-catalyst stability for a minimum of 24 hours.
• Completed a master's thesis on this project titled, "PEM Fuel Cell Modification for Catalytic Cogeneration of Hydrogen Peroxide and Electricity", funded by the Office of Naval Research. Additional experience in this.

Phoenix, Arizona Area

• Collaborated with a cross-disciplinary team as the Lead Hydrogen Fuel Cell Researcher to develop and deliver a novel, technical solution in replacement of the diesel engine for an undisclosed company
• Conducted comprehensive analysis of renewable energy technologies, evaluating cost, efficiency, and environmental impact, leading to the design of a hybrid Li-ion battery and hydrogen fuel cell powered device.
• Completed an honors thesis beyond the scope of this project titled, “Analysis of Various Renewable Energy Systems as a Potential Replacement to Industrial Diesel Engine Systems”.

Arizona State University

• Managed recruitment and engagement efforts, increasing member participation and fundraising.
• Led and managed a committee to delegate tasks effectively, ensuring smooth execution of logistical operations such as event planning, scheduling, and resource allocation, while also strengthening the organization's.
• Collaborated closely with the executive board to oversee and manage all aspects of operations, including administrative tasks, strategic planning, and coordinating events to ensure organizational success.

Arizona State University

• Planned, coordinated, and judged three bilingual STEM outreach events in K-12 schools across Greater Phoenix, AZ, engaging over 90 underrepresented students and their parents in hands-on science and engineering.
• Partnered with a co-director to organize and execute 13+ Jr. Chapter events, providing STEM-focused workshops and mentorship opportunities that impacted more than 200 underrepresented students, fostering inclusivity.
• Led a committee of volunteers to coordinate logistics, develop engaging STEM activities, and ensure successful execution of outreach events, fostering teamwork and maximizing the impact on the community.
• Collaborated with the executive board to oversee the organization’s operations, including planning and facilitating meetings, organizing events, preparing and submitting budgets, spearheading fundraising initiatives.

• Collaborated with a cross-disciplinary team in the L’Oréal eAcademy Team Hackathon to conceptualize and present innovative solutions for a plastic-free future in the beauty industry, contributing to sustainability.
• Designed a hydrogen fuel cell solution to optimize L’Oréal’s operations, aiming to reduce the company’s carbon footprint and enhance environmental sustainability.*Adapted to a virtual format to contribute remotely.

Chandler, Arizona

• Created an Operational Readiness Inspection manual for complex vaporizers, streamlining startup safety procedures and reducing potential risks by 90%, significantly improving operational efficiency and safety compliance.
• Conducted thorough reviews of engineering system diagrams and manufacturing blueprints, identifying potential issues and safety hazards in equipment design, contributing to enhanced safety protocols and risk mitigation.
• Gained valuable industry insights by shadowing various engineers across departments, deepening my understanding of the industry and discovering a strong passion for hydrogen energy and its potential to drive.

• Assisted in research on methane production in Amazonian soils, contributing to environmental studies on soil emissions.
• Gained hands-on experience with gas separation techniques for ion chromatography, enhancing analytical capabilities.

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Electrical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Graduate Assistant at the Hawai'i Natural Energy InstituteCompleted master's degree in electrical engineering in.

Chemical Engineering, Bs, 3.76

Activities and Societies: Barrett, the Honors College; Grand Challenges Scholars Program; Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers.

Study Abroad, Classical Antiquity, 4.00

•Studied a broad range of humanities subjects, including film, classical literature, art, and history, with a focus on ancient Greece and.

General Studies, 4.0