Established an in-house DNA barcoding protocol for animalia and bacteria.Performed research on various projects involving protein biochemistry and molecular biology.Trained four students at the University of South Carolina Beaufort in molecular biology protocols to acquire the DNA barcoding of prokaryotic/eukaryotic species.

Communicated with representatives from medical schools to assist students’ interest.Participated in networking for the organization to improve membership.Setup online interest groups to facilitate pre-med students to discuss alignment of career trajectory.

Improved knowledge about various global neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).Learned about important aspects, media, and tools used in science communication to share information to those that work in the field of NTDs.Participated in weekly online meetings to advance communication strategies.Participated in media projects run by the ISNTD’s director, Marianne Comparet.Selected as 1-of-15 interns out of a total pool of 565 applicants (acceptance rate = 2.65%).

Provided advice to military and EMS personnel struggling with PTSD and other mental health disorders via social media (TikTok).Connected people who were struggling with mental health problems with other coaches more suitable for specific situations.