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Salem, Ma, Us

The Network of Applied Pharmacognosy is a non-profit that aims to share the real-world applications of the synergies of nature by analyzing data and communicating research and educational information to the public.We prioritize being part of the natural medicines community and will promote all research findings through the lens of scientific advocacy and LIVED EXPERIENCE.

Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Beverly, Massachusetts, United States

Co-founded a research organization for validating and further investigating the relationship between patient-reported experiences and the chemodiversity of natural products, mainly hemp Cannabis. Co-authored a patent for a novel extraction technology for natural products and performed all necessary research and design for patentability. Contributed to web design, social media, public relations, graphic design, advertising, marketing, and business development for Real Isolates LLC, Smokenol, and Profound Naturals. Successfully launched and co-hosted a cannabis science podcast "Smoke N' Science" with over 300 five star reviews, in the top 1% of shared podcasts globally, top 1.5% of all podcasts globally, and ranked in over 3 different charts that focused on science communication for harm reduction and destigmatization.

Boston, Ma

Co-founded a 501c3 non-profit creating a new category of services for adults with moderate-severe disabilities - facilitated music creation to facilitate social growth in the community. MUSE bands performed at locations such as the Boston Common and Boston Hard Rock Cafe. Drafted and established all necessary paperwork and procedures for the organization to receive 501(c)3 status as well as handled all employer and corporate responsibilities to both the MA state and federal government. Lead the organization to opening a physical music studio in MA in early 2019. Contributed to web design, social media, public relations, grant writing, and growth.

Greater Boston Area

Doctoral thesis focused on the structure-activity relationship of novel synthetic cannabinoids with endocannabinoid system targets with a special focus on the endocannabinoid-metabolizing enzymes. While at NEU, became interested in community advocacy, serving as president of the AAPS chapter, and establishing the first all-inclusive LGBTQA graduate student organization at Northeastern University. Advocated for LGBTQA graduate student rights and participated in the organization of diversity and inclusion events on campus.

Helping high school and undergraduate science students reach their full potential in chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics.

Evaluating novel eicosanoid inhibitors for synergy with polyunsaturated fatty acids for atherosclerosis and inflammation. Evaluation of novel soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH) enzyme inhibitors in vivo in multiple animal models.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Phd), Pharmaceutical Sciences, 3.92

Activities and Societies: Northeastern University Excellence Fellow, Rho Chi Academic Honors Society in Pharmacy, NIDA Diversity.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Biochemistry And Molecular Biology, 3.67

Activities and Societies: College of Biological Sciences Outstanding Citation Award, Phi Kappa Phi, Golden Key, Robert C. Dean Scholar.