I am a PhD candidate at Dartmouth College in the Earth Sciences department. I am excited about the future of astrobiology, polar science, and stable isotope proxies. My dissertation research strives to develop stable hydrogen isotope analysis of archaeal lipid biomarkers as a novel proxy which could improve our understanding of past hydroclimate conditions. I'm also interested in applying stable isotope probing as technique to detect active life beyond Earth.I am passionate about exploration, field safety, and science communication. I hope to collaborate with people of many backgrounds, ensuring that expedition-based science is conducted responsibly with a culture that is safe and welcoming for all. I am an avid endurance hiker and explorer -- I thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail, traveled to the Arctic and Antarctica many times to conduct research, and completed a 45-day simulated mission to Mars with NASA HERA.