I am currently a fourth-year PhD Candidate in the Integrative Biology program at the University of California, Berkeley, with a designated emphasis in Genomic and Computational Biology. I am broadly interested in evolutionary physiology and population genetics. My research focuses on the hormonal and genomic architecture of color polymorphisms in lizards. I hold a Master of Science in Population and Conservation Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas State University....
I am currently a fourth-year PhD Candidate in the Integrative Biology program at the University of California, Berkeley, with a designated emphasis in Genomic and Computational Biology. I am broadly interested in evolutionary physiology and population genetics. My research focuses on the hormonal and genomic architecture of color polymorphisms in lizards. I hold a Master of Science in Population and Conservation Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Texas State University. Throughout my academic career, I have developed deep subject knowledge in genetics, physiology, evolutionary biology, and general biology, and have complemented that with computational skills in Perl, R, and Python.
Over the past seven years, I have gained extensive teaching experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. I have served as a Graduate Student Instructor (GSI) for a variety of courses, including General Biology, Genetics, Mammalian Physiology, Practical Genomics, Evolution, and General Chemistry. In 2023–2024, I was awarded the Outstanding Graduate Student Instructor Award at UC Berkeley in recognition of my teaching and mentorship. My approach is centered on meeting students where they are; using real-world examples, visual aids, active questioning, and a supportive environment to help students feel confident in mastering complex concepts.
I have worked with students across a broad range of backgrounds and abilities, including neurodivergent learners (like myself), and have experience in one-on-one tutoring, group sessions, and classroom instruction. I understand the importance of tailoring each session to fit the student's unique learning style, and I always aim to create a welcoming space where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and growing. I love helping students develop their curiosity and find joy in science, and I would be excited to help you reach your academic goals.
