Education
PHD – Biology
Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas – 2012
Research Areas
We are examining natural plant pigments rich in antioxidants, commonly found in foods such as onions, apples, and berries, against bacterial pathogens. This study aims to help tackle the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. I intend to use AI models for virtual analysis of databases containing natural antimicrobial products and test against bacterial pathogens. My goal is to engage undergraduate students in solving real-world problems by integrating research experiences into their academic activities.
Awards
Certificate for encouragement and assistance to students with disabilities – Service for Students with Disabilities (SSD), Binghamton University [2024]
Appointments
Vice President for Academics , UUP Binghamton [2024–2025]
Projects
- Tiny Earth Partner Instructor, TEPI, January, 2025
- Empowering Voices in Addiction Recovery, Chair of Health Committee, Moderator, Let Us Dream Conference, Binghamton University, 2024
Activities
- Institutional Biosafety Committee Member, University of Wisconsin-Superior, 2026-present
- Leadership Conference, UUP, June 2024
- Digital Storytelling, Binghamton University, August 2024
- Lumen Circles Course Design for Student Success Fellowship, Nov 2022
- MoSI-SENCER workshop, Scientific Teaching Fellow, Binghamton University, Aug 2022