I am a third year graduate student in Mathematics at Duke University and work with Dr. Veronica Ciocanel. My research is in multi-scale modeling of microtubule and protein dynamics following neuronal axotomy. Broadly, I am motivated by the application of mathematical techniques including modeling, dynamical systems, numerical simulations and analysis to model systems in human physiology and solve problems related to medicine and public health. I plan to pursue an industry based career in ​pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology development. 

I was born in Northern Virginia but my family moved to Raleigh, North Carolina in 2012. I attended Wake Forest University for my undergraduate studies where I earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Biology. In my free time, I enjoy playing ultimate frisbee, practicing oboe and piano, and spending time with my family, friends and dog.