Curating database of protein-short linear motifs (protein-SLiMs) interactions to train ML model predicting such interactions

- Co-led a project synthesizing SCD1 inhibitors for Parkinson's- Performed molecular docking studies + synthesized novel SCD1 inhibitors, cultured HeLa cells, and ran LC-MS lipid assays to quantify lipid concentrations

- Investigated the efficacy of different polyphenols in Alzheimer’s Disease, published by JSR- Explored synthesis of various analogs of rivastigmine to treat Alzheimer’s, presented at 2022 SCCUR- Co-led a project using LCMS to quantify neurotransmitters in brains with Parkinson’s, presented at 2023 WCBSURC- Investigated fluorophore-labeled peptides, presented at 2023 Fall ACS: https://doi.org/10.1021/scimeetings.3c10042

- Led a group of 27 to organize seasonal art auctions where proceeds were donated to nonprofits researching pediatric brain cancer; fundraised $5000- Organized a free weekend program for disadvantaged students to learn about STEAM- Managed a podcast and newsletter exploring different neuroscience careers and interviewing neuroscience professionals - Featured in the Los Altos Town Crier twice and The Talon once

- Investigated sleep in autism/PD/other neurological disorders- Conducted genotyping, immunostaining, and other techniques- Learned neurobiology