Beckman Scholar—Classifying and editing biosynthetic genes in anaerobic gut fungi to harness novel sources of secondary metabolites. Methods include Gibson Assembly and Real Time-quantitative Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-qPCR).

Investigating genome editing tools to engineer anaerobic fungi and consortia with novel functions to prioritize biomass degradation in an affordable and efficient manner. A few methods include CRISPR/Cas9-based systems, protoplasting, and flow cytometry.

Investigating how cells change their membrane composition as a function of cell type, cell organelle, and/or in response to environmental stimuli to produce artificial cells. A few techniques include nanopore technology and diblock copolymer integration.

Develop the logistics and management of the Summer Institute in Mathematics & Science (SIMS) program through recruitment and supervision of participants and residential/research staff.

Led community, team building, and professional development activities for freshmen STEM students, while supporting their research modules and academic assignments. The Summer Institute in Mathematics and Science (SIMS) is a three week program for incoming UCSB freshmen.

Investigated a fluorescent reporter protein, iLOV, in anaerobic gut fungi, and tested expression using reverse transcription-quanitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR).

Collaborated on a team-based research project to identify and annotate the genomes of methanogenic microbes along with their respective metabolic functions using VirtualBox and KBase.

Guide the organization through fundraising efforts, professional development workshops, and strategic plans, resulting in increased revenue and expanded educational services.

Provide one-on-one peer mentoring to two individuals in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, offering academic insights, encouragement, and professional development.

Executing financial due diligence tasks on a daily basis to maintain optimal finances and obtaining local sponsors

Enact legislation to ameliorate academia at UC Santa Barbara.

Coordinating the academic affairs of the college and overseeing the welfare of its students. Reviewing significant changes to degree programs and the creation of new academic programs.

Knocked out proapoptotic genes (e.g., Bax) involved in retinal development. Used ImageJ to count different cell populations and calculate retinal areas to study affects.

Evaluate programs and monitoring implementation and compliance with regulations with Undergraduate Council.

Instilled more methods of accessibility for in-person and online platforms concerning Associated Students’ annual training activities

Office of the External Vice President for Local Affairs: Supervised lower-level staff members, providing project management and implementing strategic planning processes.

Honoraria Committee

Established new standing policies to combat abusive conduct and increased food security and healthcare resources for the student body.

Office of the Student Advocate General: handled cases concerning student grievances and complaints against the University. Recruited promotional ambassadors.

Mediated sub-committees, executed official board records, and administered shadowing programs with legal advisors.

Updated respective websites and incorporated forum features to increase efficiency for individuals to reach our legal advisors.

Led English and Spanish learning classes, along with vaccine delivery in Uruguay.

Established novel strategies in collaboration with executive partners to institute long-term objectives, grant opportunities, and College & Career Fairs across the Campbell Union High School District.