• Developed and executed in vivo experiments in cell-type-specific electrophysiology, including neural manipulations and reinforcement learning tasks, collaborating with Dr. Cindy Poo and Dr. Karel Svoboda to improve data quality and experimental efficiency.• Designed and optimized data acquisition pipelines and custom real-time behavior analysis algorithms, achieving high signal-to-noise ratios and enabling automated adjustments for consistent, reliable results.• Created and refined virtual reality foraging protocols, integrating advanced sensor technologies (e.g., breathing and torque sensors) in Python to enhance research capabilities and model complex behaviors.• Trained and mentored lab members on experimental setups, animal handling, and quality control measures, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting reproducibility across trials.

• Coordinated the relocation of a partner pharmacy, collaborating with a legal team to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines for the safe transfer of medical drugs, and liaised with vendors to develop a streamlined and secure moving process.• Conducted comprehensive data analysis for partner pharmacies, comparing pricing across five major wholesalers to secure the most cost-effective options, which directly reduced supply costs and improved budget efficiency.• Led outreach efforts to expand community health partnerships by connecting with free clinics, nursing homes, and community health centers, fostering relationships to improve healthcare access for underserved populations.• Supported the recruitment and onboarding process for new interns by screening candidates, organizing orientation sessions, and providing mentorship throughout the school year and summer programs to ensure a smooth integration into the team.

• Managed the Integrative Health Research Clinic led by Dr. Karen Seal, coordinating research activities and assisting Veterans with chronic pain by facilitating access to integrative care resources and clinical support.• Conducted in-depth qualitative interviews with Veterans to evaluate their experiences and satisfaction with clinical care treatment, synthesizing insights to inform patient-centered improvements in care.• Coordinated and facilitated subject matter expert panels, ensuring diverse perspectives were incorporated into evaluating and refining questions for a national dietary supplement survey aimed at understanding population-wide health behaviors.• Compiled and reported progress to both research and clinical teams, providing data-driven updates and recommendations to keep the study aligned with milestones and responsive to emerging findings.

• Designed and implemented a series of memory assays to investigate spatial cognition in poison frogs, focusing on sex differences in parental care behaviors in collaboration with Dr. Lauren O’Connell.• Conducted detailed video-based observational analysis of poison frog movement, collecting data on spatial navigation patterns and exploring variations in different parental care groups.• Supervised and trained research assistants in data collection and analysis protocols, utilizing R tracking software for data processing and statistical analysis, and regularly presented findings and insights at lab meetings to guide experimental adjustments.• Accurately measured tadpole development by calculating tail length, snout-vent length, and head width using ImageJ, contributing critical morphometric data to developmental studies and supporting hypotheses on growth variations.

• Facilitated engaging and interactive discussions, clarifying complex neuroscience topics like neural circuitry, synaptic plasticity, and cognitive functions to enhance student comprehension.• Developed supplemental instructional materials, including lecture notes, visual aids, and practice questions, tailored to diverse learning styles and promoting deeper understanding.• Provided one-on-one support to students during office hours, offering personalized guidance on course content, exam preparation, and effective study strategies.

Worked with principal investigators on a NIH clinical study to assess the health effects of a minimum wage increase in the Bay AreaAddressed the intersection of health policies and patient care through administering research surveys in English and SpanishRecruited over 50 patients, obtained informed consent, and tracked patients throughout the studyAssisted with developing the research protocol and prepared background research for a literature review