I am a biomedical scientist, scientific writer, and science communicator with expertise in cardiovascular, cardiometabolic, and gastrointestinal research. My work combines rigorous biomedical research with a strong commitment to translating complex scientific evidence into clear, accurate, and engaging scientific and medical content.

I earned my Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Toledo, where I investigated the roles of gut microbiota, bile acid signaling, ketone body metabolism, and hypertension in cardiometabolic and gastrointestinal health. My training spans molecular and physiological research as well as multi-omics approaches, including transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics. 

Throughout my scientific career, I have developed extensive experience in manuscript preparation, peer-reviewed publications, scientific abstracts, literature evaluation, peer review, data interpretation, and public-facing science communication. These experiences have strengthened my ability to critically evaluate scientific evidence, identify key messages, and communicate technically complex information clearly to both scientific and broader audiences. 

Currently, I am a Rashkind Scholar and T32 Postdoctoral Fellow at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), where I conduct translational cardiovascular research focused on endothelial cell mechanobiology and biomaterial interactions. My work includes studying endothelial cell responses to biomechanical environments and developing strategies to improve the hemocompatibility and biocompatibility of bovine pericardium for bioprosthetic heart valve applications. 

My goal is to combine my scientific training, analytical perspective, and communication experience to develop high-quality, evidence-based medical and scientific content that connects research findings with researchers, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders.