Research

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Lab Lexington, MA
Research Associate II (NGS and Bioinformatics) Aug 2022 - Present
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop therapies for 2000+ cystic fibrosis-causing mutations. Utilize next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics to analyze gene edits, evaluate antisense oligonucleotides, and investigate transcriptomic effects of potential treatments. Implement techniques like single-cell sequencing and hashing to accelerate discovery. Explore mRNA splicing modulation, codon optimization, and viral vector delivery to optimize therapeutic approaches.

RIT, Public Policy Department, PI: Dr. Sandra Rothenburg Rochester, NY
Biomedical Researcher Jan 2021 – May 2022
Evaluated safety, efficacy, quality, and performance of over 2000 FDA-regulated products, focusing on ventilators approved via the 510(k) pathway. Reviewed legislative and regulatory documentation of recalled devices in 4 case studies to analyze predicate network impact. Research merged into master's capstone exploring the relationship between 510(k) pathway predicate tree attributes and device safety through quantitative analysis of defective predicates and case studies. Published findings in Journal of Science Policy & Governance.

RIT, BMED, PI: Dr. E. Fedorovskaya Rochester, NY
BME – Alzheimer's and Brain Waves Study Jan 2022 – May 2022
Developed protocols to collect and study brain wave data from over 30 participants in research to detect markers of early onset Alzheimer's.

RIT, Biomedical Engineering, PI: Dr. Jennifer Bailey Rochester, NY
Undergraduate Researcher May 2018 – Aug 2018
Engineered and optimized a mechanical lung model using AutoCad and 3D printing to accurately model human respiratory mechanics and dynamics. Presented findings to over 200 attendees at the RIT Undergraduate Research Symposium.