California Institute of Technology

2003-2010

Ph.D. (in progress)


Pursuing doctorate degree in chemistry under the guidance of Professor Jim Heath.
My research involves technology development to aid early-stage cancer detection.




Bowling Green State University

1998-2003

BS Biochemistry
BS Computer Science


Awards & honors

  • graduated summa cum laude
  • Goldwater Scholar (1 of 302 nationwide)
  • Professor's Scholar (1 of 15 campus-wide)
  • National Merit Commended Scholar
  • Ohio Academic Scholar
  • Dr. Peggy Hurst Scholar
  • Merck Publication Award   (awarded for exceptional performance in organic chemistry)
  • ACS Analytical Chemists' Award   (awarded for outstanding performance as a senior)
  • Dean's List (6 semesters)
  • Golden Key National Honor Society
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Omicron Delta Kappa