Perform platelet engineering-focused research under Dr. Sen Gupta on the development of platelet-interacting nanoparticles to aid during bleeding episodes.Current Projects:- Designing microfluidics to test different synthetic platelet designs- Developing a synthetic Von Willebrand Factor to combat Von Willebrand Disease

Performed neurobiological research under Dr Mark W. Miller regarding Schistosomiasis in biomphalaria snails, managed laboratory experiments to learn about the neurobiological function of this species. Conducted ‘backfilm’ snail dissections to observe the function of specific neurons under a fluorescent microscope

Shadowed head of Emergency Medicine Room Dr Victor Rivera and gained insight into theEmergency Room environment. Engaged in daily rotations and observed clinical procedures.Learned about how ER professionals respond to and treat life-threatening situations.

Assisted summer daycare teachers during the day, helped organize activities for children, interacted with parents during drop off and pick up.

Shadowed Pediatrician and learned about the medical environment, specifically with children, attended daily rotations, learned how children are generally treated in the hospital