I’ve drawn to science because I’m fascinated by biological systems and the idea that we can define rules and processes for our experience in the world. 

During my PhD research, I studied brain rhythms, akinesia (inability to move), and compulsive behaviors in mouse models. Most of my work focused on the basal ganglia, a set of interconnected internal brain structures that communicate back and forth in complicated loops to help govern how we decide to one behavior and not another. 

In my post-doctoral research I worked to develop methods to study natural spontaneous behavior with high resolution quantitative machine learning (AI) methods. This work eventually led to my involvement in BioSyft, Inc, an early-stage research technology company looking to enhance and standardize mouse behavioral data. 

I work as the Director of Scientific Services at NDRI (National Disease Research Interchange), where we help biomedical scientists access donated human tissue and organs for research. After many years working in animal research, I’m driven by my passion for helping other scientists translate their discoveries into human-relevant systems.