I’m currently pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Informatics at Harvard Medical School, where my research focuses on applying artificial intelligence to integrate multi-omics data for disease modeling. I graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Statistics (Wharton) and a B.A. in Mathematics & Computational Biology, complemented by minors in Computer Science and Data Science. To deepen my pedagogical foundation, I earned Penn’s University Certificate in Teaching...
I’m currently pursuing a PhD in Biomedical Informatics at Harvard Medical School, where my research focuses on applying artificial intelligence to integrate multi-omics data for disease modeling. I graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.S. in Statistics (Wharton) and a B.A. in Mathematics & Computational Biology, complemented by minors in Computer Science and Data Science. To deepen my pedagogical foundation, I earned Penn’s University Certificate in Teaching Excellence, which grounded me in evidence-based instructional strategies, learning theories, and inclusive classroom practices.
As Head Teaching Assistant for both Bayesian Statistics and Statistical Inference—courses populated by 18- to 22-year-old undergraduates—I designed and led weekly recitation sessions of 25–30 students. In Bayesian Statistics, I translated concepts like prior selection and Markov chain Monte Carlo into hands-on coding exercises in R and Python, while in Statistical Inference I guided students through deriving likelihood functions, constructing confidence intervals, and hypothesis testing using real biological datasets. I held biweekly office-hour blocks that alternated one-on-one meetings with small-group workshops, employing active-learning techniques (think–pair–share, data-driven case studies) and mid-semester feedback to tailor examples and pacing to diverse mathematical backgrounds.
Across all settings—lecture halls, computer labs, and virtual sessions—I emphasize clear, jargon-free explanations and iterative practice. I bring strong expertise in programming (Python, R, Java), mathematical modeling, statistical theory, and molecular biology to every lesson, pairing technical rigor with supportive mentorship so students build both mastery and confidence.