PhD and Master’s, Computational Biology and Computer Science
2019-Current
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Computer Science track, Brown University (expected spring 2022), Drs. Lorin Crawford (biostatistics), Erica Larschan (molecular biology), and Charles Lawrence (applied math), RI
- I develop statistical and Bayesian methods and visualizations for longitudinal multi-omics studies to uncover gene regulation.
- I formulate novel research directions, perform experimental design, develop interpretable methods, and aid in wet-lab validation.
2015-2017
- Cancer Genomics M.Sc. Student, Brown University and Princeton University, Dr. Benjamin Raphael, RI, NJ
- Built deep learning method to improve DNA single-cell sequencing data for large region mutation (copy-number) inference.
- Created pipeline to identify subclonal driver mutations in cancer bulk sequencing tumor samples across 9 cancer types.
Selected Internships
Spring 2022
- Computational Biologist, Data Infrastructure, Machine Learning, Phenome Health, Deloitte, San Francisco, CA
- Developing scientific and business strategy for healthcare and life science start-up under Dr. Leroy Hood.
Fall 2021
- Computational Biology Researcher and Creator, Google Cloud, Palo Alto, CA
- Developed new computational biology frameworks in collaboration with several biotech companies and Google Cloud.
Summer 2021
- Bayesian Inference Researcher, Biomedical Computing Team, Health Futures, Microsoft Research, WA
- Built interpretable Bayesian models using temporal and multi-omics data to uncover dysregulation in cancer, ALS, Parkinson’s.
Fall 2018
- Machine Learning Scholar, Department of Health, Stephen Morris, RI
- Designed predictive model for a need in Rhode Island’s hospital systems. Future goal is to form state legislation based on findings.
2014-2015
- Game Theory & Bioinformatics Researcher, Université Libre Bruxelles, Fulbright/BAEF Scholar, Dr. Tom Lenaerts, Belgium
- Created a method utilizing cooperative game theory, machine learning and structural bioinformatics techniques to quantify the roles and regulatory dynamics of core amino acids in a FYN SH3 protein domain.
Summers 2013, 2014
- High Performance Computing Researcher, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, Drs. Jeremy Kepner & Darrell Ricke, MA
- Developed a fast protein analysis algorithm, using Dynamic Distributed Dimensional Data Model (D4M), merging sparse algebra, associative and distributed arrays, and triplestore/NoSQL databases (Accumulo) for fast Big Data analysis.
Summers 2013, 2014
- Google Cambridge Arduino Workshop Creator, Google, Computer Science Summer Institute, Chelsea Pollen, MA
- Created, recruited, implemented, and led Arduino workshop for 40 students at Summer Institute (link).
Spring 2014
- Chemical Inventory Database Creator (Senior Project), DePauw University, Dr. David Roberts, IN
- Designed, built, deployed database (Parse) & front end (HTML, CSS). >2K users to catalog & distribute chemicals (details, users link)
2012-2014
- Bioinformatics Research & Tutor, DePauw University, Dr. Chester Fornari, IN
- Devised labs & tutored Bioinformatics and Cells & Genes. Research: Integrated MEGA and Chimera to analyze TP53.
January 2013
- Structural Biology & Drug Discovery Researcher, Vanderbilt University, Dr. Jens Meiler, TN
- Method development assistant for new structure prediction algorithms in RosettaLigand program (simulations and design of macromolecules) and new machine learning techniques in Biochemical Library (BCL) drug discovery project.
2011-2012
- DePauw Alumni Office Technology Associate, DePauw University, Mrs. Holly Enneking, IN
- Provided IT solutions and built video presentations for award lectures and conducted interviews for alumni networking.
Summer 2012
- Quality Control & Technology Researcher, Elanco (Eli Lilly and Company), Mr. Scott Burd, IN
- Identified problem, implemented and tested 2 deviation documentation and instrument control software programs. Former went GLOBAL for Elanco plants in 11/2012, the latter runs automatically daily. Wet-lab work: GC, AA, HPLC (see Relevant Skills).
Spring 2012
- Computational Biology & Machine Learning Researcher, Université Libre Bruxelles (ULB), Dr. Tom Lenaerts, Belgium
- Utilized cooperative game theory, machine learning, and structural bioinformatics to define FYN protein binding specificities.
2010-2011
- Technology Associate, IT Associate Program, DePauw University, Mrs. Angie Smock, IN
- Project manager for team of 10 for IT solutions. Projects: virtual flashcard program, website, tech brochure, IT solutions.
Summer 2011
- Technology Sales & Marketing Associate, JDS Uniphase, Mr. William DeWeese, TX, NY
- Researched, tested, taught, and marketed communication software, services, and solutions for Verizon, AT&T.
Fall 2010
- Inorganic Chemistry Researcher, Ionogel Analysis and Application, DePauw University, Dr. Hillary Eppley, IN
- Synthesized ionogels and determined chemical and physical properties to use as a catalysts for biosensing, optics, electrolytes.
Summer 2008
- Organic Chemistry Researcher, Eli Lilly and Company, Dr. David Bender, IN
- Assessed hydrolytic stability of cyclopropanecarboxylic acid esters as potential prodrugs. Synthesized an acyclovir prodrug and worked with a ghrelin O-acyltransferase inhibitor. This is viewed as a potential therapeutic target to treat obesity and diabetes.
