Halito! Hello!
Welcome to my website. Please take a look around. A short synopsis of the main sections of my site is below:
- About me: Originally from Oklahoma, my interests in science and computers led me to obtain a bachelor's degree in computer science. After college, I worked in a molecular genetics of malaria laboratory where my passion for science was nurtured leading me back to school to obtain my Ph.D. I am currently completing my dissertation at the University of Michigan under the mentorship of Santiago Schnell in the field of mathematical and computational biology.
- Research: In general, I am interested understanding how system components interact in time and space to create dynamical behaviors. I am particularly interested in applying mathematical and computational modeling methods to biomedical, environmental, and social issues. My current research regards threshold phenomena observed in the formation of toxic misfolded and aggregated proteins.
- Teaching: My interest in teaching is driven by a strong belief that science and mathematics should be accessible to everyone, regardless of background. In particular, I am interested in (1) developing interdisciplinary teaching materials for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and (2) using mathematical modeling as a tool to test scientific hypotheses at both secondary and post-secondary educational levels
- Outreach: I am invested in increasing the numbers of students traditionally underrepresented in the STEM fields. My interest in recruitment and retention of underrepresented students has led me to outreach work at the University of Michigan as well as in the American Indian community.
Yakookay. Thank you.
