In this position, I conducted chemical research on different plant and fungi species in order to find novel organic compounds with phytotoxic, cytotoxic, antifungal, antibacterial, and other agriculturally useful properties. I also analyzed data from several instruments, such as NMR, HPLC, and MS, and multiple bioassays. I presented research at the Fall 2018 ACS National Conference that was later compiled into my first publication. I was invited to present at the Spring 2020 ACS National Conference, but it was cancelled due to Covid-19. That research is currently in the process of being published.

In this position, I prepared and delivered pre-lab lectures for the students, oversaw the lab exercises they performed each week, worked the General Chemistry Help Desk every week, proctored tests in the students’ lectures, and managed students’ grades.