About Me

Education

  • Current: 1st Year Ph. D Student in Biomedical Engineering at Stony Brook University-Stony Brook, NY
  • B.S: Bioengineering, Minor in Chemistry, Union College-Schenectady,NY, 2016 (Cum Laude)
  • Study Abroad: Czech Technical University-Prague, Czech Republic, Fall 2014

Honors

  • 2016 Union College Bioengineering Department Honors
  • 2012-2016 Deans List at Union College

Professional Experience

Intern at SunQuest Pharmaceuticals in Syosset, NY-Summer 2014

  • Conducted Literature research on the medications used in the company to provide information for the company website
  • Maintained prescription files, reviewed insurance reimbursement, and coordinated delivery of medication
  • Assisted pharmacists in preparation of the various compounded medications

Previous Projects

Seating Device for Individuals with Disorders Affecting Movement (Union College, Winter 2016)

  • Consulted with clients from the Center for Disabilities Services in Albany, NY to create an improved dynamic seating device
  • Collaborated with team members to design and assemble a seating device for a special needs student who undergoes rigorous self-stimulating movements that remained upright through rocking and absorbed intense bouncing/rocking movements
  • Implemented a saddle seat design as a therapeutic to help develop student’s abductor and adductor muscles
  • In conjunction with a strong base, the back of the chair was lined with shock absorbers

Toothpaste Dispenser for Arthritic Individuals (Union College, Winter 2016)

  • Designed and assembled a toothpaste dispenser that enabled one-handed twist off of the cap, secured toothbrush with bristles facing upward, enabled squeezing of toothpaste directly onto the brush, one-handed return of the cap, and released toothbrush
  • Implemented a system of gears, sliding rails, and clamps to fulfill all requirements and allow for one-handed use