Undergraduate researcher in the Capelluto Lab with the Fralin Life Sciences Institute at Virginia Tech. Research aims to observe and quantify the binding domains and affinity between anti trypsin/lectin and digestive components. Techniques utilized include protein extraction, purification (fast protein liquid chromatography), SDS-PAGE, affinity chromatography, and isothermal calorimetry (ITC).

Orientation leader with the New Student and Family Programs at Virginia Tech. Assisting in spring programming and summer orientation. Helping Virginia Tech Students become familiar with what Virginia Tech has to offer through presentations, panels, tours, and small group discussions.