I'm interested in computer science & biology, with a passion for leveraging computational tools to tackle biological challenges. This summer, I interned at Novartis in the Oncology Data Science Department!

Outside of classes, I help plan the logistics of HackMIT, dance on the MIT ballroom dance team, and plan a summer STEM program with dynaMIT.

Resume (updated August 2025)

Education

Currently a junior at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2023-2027)

• Major: Computer Science & Molecular Biology
• Relevant Courses: Biochemistry, Genetics, Cell Biology, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra, Fundamentals of Programming

North Quincy High School (2019-2023)

• Valedictorian
• Relevant Courses: AP Chemistry, Biotechnology, AP Computer Science, AP Calculus BC

Work & Research Experience

• Data Science Intern @ Novartis (May 2025-August 2025)

  • Developed a machine learning model using Python and R to predict tumorigenesis of human cancer cell lines in mice models
  • Integrated differential gene expression analysis and gene set enrichment analysis to inform predictive features
  • Applied gene signature scores to single-cell RNA-seq data from human breast cancer tumors to identify malignant subpopulations with high engraftment potential
• Undergraduate Research @ Calo Lab (Jan 2025-Present)

  • Analyze nanopore sequencing data to resolve tRNA splicing patterns and detect RNA modifications, with a focus on developing computational methods for accurate tRNA profiling
• Undergraduate Research @ Hansen Lab (Jan 2024-Jan 2025)

  • Characterize and validate bidirectional promoters as a novel tool for gene coregulation
• MIT Interphase EDGE (June-August 2023)

  • Studied 5.111 (chemistry), 8.01 (physics), and 18.02 (multivariable calculus) the summer before entering MIT
• Published Author: Northeastern College of Engineering - Young Scholar's Program (June-August 2022)

  • Researched the mechanical properties of the porcine tricuspid valve over time in Dr. Amini Lab through porcine dissections, biaxial mechanical tests, MATLAB data analysis
  • Collaborated with Northeastern professors and mentors, worked on campus and gained lab experience, gained feedback and advice on the college application process

Awards & Achievements

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math

• 1st Place Innovation in Research - Data Science (2nd Place Overall) at Novartis Summer of Science Internship (August 2025)
• 2nd Place Scientific Content & Merit at Novartis Summer of Science Internship (August 2025)
• 3rd Place Poster Display & Presentation at Novartis Summer of Science Internship (August 2025)
• 1st Place at Momentum Design Competition sponsored by Blue Origin (Jan 2024)
• Top Beginner's Hack at HackMIT (Sept 2023)
• Invited Speaker for GIRL TALK, a documentary about women in debate and STEM on GBH's WORLD channel (May 2023)

Other

• National Merit Finalist (March 2023)
• State Championship in High School Quiz Show (March 2023)

Leadership Experience

• Logistics Coordinator @ HackMIT (Feb 2024-Present)

  • Coordinate the application process, check in procedure, and Hackweek events for HackMIT, a 1000+ student event held during the fall
• Board Member @ dynaMIT (October 2023-Present)

  • Assisted planning and execution of a free STEM outreach program for underrepresented middle school students, impacting 80 participants annually.
  • Collaborated with a cross-functional team to design curriculum (Origami, Graph Theory, Knot Theory), secure funding, and coordinate logistics.
• Education Assistant @ MIT Museum (October 2023-Present)

  • Facilitate the Maker Hub and Learning Lab to encourage visitors to learn more about STEM topics
  • Collaborate with 15 high school students in Greater Boston area to design STEM outreach events, connect to professionals in the industry and at MIT, and research current breakthroughs in different fields
• Webmaster & Vendor Coordinator @ MIT Ballroom Dance Team (October 2023-May 2025)

  • Designed, maintained, and updated the team’s website to improve user navigation and highlight event announcements, schedules, and competition results
  • Negotiated contracts and coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery for competitions and showcases