MEXT Research Scholar

• Oct 2023 - Present

Undergraduate Research Assistant in Lai Lab

• Sep 2019 - Present

• Synthesize smart polymer antibody conjugates for effective biomarker isolation/HIV diagnosis • Develop oligonucleotide hybridization reactions for breast-cancer specific exosomes isolation• Utilize temperature-responsive polymer-antibody conjugates in the development of a COVID-19 diagnostic device• Integrate laboratory skills (e.g., gel electrophoresis, protein purification, gel analysis, and spectroscopy)• Participate in weekly research literature meetings to learn current engineering techniques and progress Show less

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant

• Mar 2022 - Jun 2023

• Assist professor in teaching Biochemical and Molecular Bioengineering (BIOEN 315)• Practice communication of academic content through office hours and grading student assignments

Outreach Chair

• Jun 2022 - Jun 2023

• Cultivate students’ interests in bioengineering and higher education by organizing workshops for local Seattle schools and UW outreach events, with an emphasis on underrepresented populations in STEM • Develop inclusive, accessible, hands-on and age-appropriate learning modules • Manage Outreach committee of 10 students to achieve group’s on-going commitments to diversity and inclusion principles, increasing outreach to underrepresented populations, and program sustainability • 16 workshops with 4 schools/organization in 2 quarters; outreach to > 220 students Show less

Scan Innovations in Pain Research Scholar

• Jun 2021 - Jun 2023

• Design and pilot study protocol for understanding movement-evoked pain in older populations with knee osteoarthritis • Develop accelerometer algorithms to trigger physical activity-based ecological momentary assessments • Utilize Stata in the analysis of knee buckling correlates in older adults with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis • Engage in weekly research literature meetings relating to current pain-related research • Undergo research ethics and health information training • Design and pilot study protocol for understanding movement-evoked pain in older populations with knee osteoarthritis • Develop accelerometer algorithms to trigger physical activity-based ecological momentary assessments • Utilize Stata in the analysis of knee buckling correlates in older adults with symptomatic knee osteoarthritis • Engage in weekly research literature meetings relating to current pain-related research • Undergo research ethics and health information training

Lead Engineering Peer Educator

• Dec 2021 - Dec 2022

• Led a diverse cohort of 45 Engineering Peer Educators (EPEs) through a class that nurtured community building and emphasized the interdisciplinary nature of engineering and personal reflection• Worked in a team of 4 with a commitment towards building inclusive lesson plans, creating sustainable feedback systems, and elevating current and future student learning through the major placement process

Engineering Peer Educator

• Feb 2020 - Dec 2021

• Taught weekly classes (17-22 engineering freshmen) and encouraged student development through intentional engineering exploration, community-building, and meaning-making to prepare for the major placement process• Personalized class curriculum with an emphasis on inclusive teaching and learning strategies • Established and continued mentorship with students throughout their first year

Observer

• Aug 2022 - Sep 2022

• Shadowed and interviewed ophthalmology and optometry physicians and residents as a part of “Bioengineering Nepal: Technology Development for Global Health” study abroad program, 52 hours• Explored engineering needs in a low-resource clinical setting with an emphasis on global health, community-based healthcare, and the role of technology in culture

Undergraduate Research Leader

• Sep 2020 - Sep 2022

• Practice public speaking by promoting information and resources related to undergraduate research to 5-6 groups of 20-25 first year students during fall quarter• Engage in professional development workshops hosted by undergraduate research program staff• Network with students, faculty, and staff on campus

Club President

• Sep 2018 - Jun 2019

• Provided resources and 1-on-1 tutoring to all Skyline high school students studying Japanese (approx. 80 total students; 9th-12th grade) •Organized bi-weekly club meetings to 30+ club members and collaborated in the creation of engaging club content (cultural-specific presentations, hands-on activities, guest speakers) intended to allow students to learn and engage with Japanese culture • Provided resources and 1-on-1 tutoring to all Skyline high school students studying Japanese (approx. 80 total students; 9th-12th grade) •Organized bi-weekly club meetings to 30+ club members and collaborated in the creation of engaging club content (cultural-specific presentations, hands-on activities, guest speakers) intended to allow students to learn and engage with Japanese culture