About

I’m a STEM student focused on physics with interests in planetary and environmental sciences. I have graduate‑level experience in atmospheric science research and Python‑based data analysis, and I enjoy translating complex science for public audiences.

Research Interests

  • Planetary Atmospheres & General Circulation
  • Physics & Physical Oceanography
  • Data Analysis in Python (cleaning, visualization, inference)
  • Scientific Communication & Outreach

Education

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST)

Alexandria, VA — Aug 2023 – Present

GPA: 4.0/4.0 (unweighted) — Expected graduation: Jun 2026 — SAT: 1560

The Madeira School

McLean, VA — Aug 2022 – Jun 2023

Advanced Coursework

  • AP Calculus BC
  • AP Physics C: Mechanics
  • AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism
  • AP Chemistry
  • AP Environmental Science
  • AP Statistics
  • AP United States History
  • AP Macroeconomics
  • AP Microeconomics
  • Planned (2026): AP English Lit & Lang, AP French, AP U.S. Government

Awards & Honors

  • National Merit Scholarship Program — Semifinalist & Finalist Candidate (Sep 2025)
  • AP Scholar with Distinction (Jul 2025)
  • IAAC — Silver Honour, Final Round (2024 & 2025)

Research

I work on planetary‑atmospheres and astronomy projects, building Python pipelines for data cleaning, visualization, and interpretation and sharing results via posters, abstracts, and talks.

Venusian Atmosphere Analysis (ASSIP, George Mason University)

Jun 2022 – Present — Planetary Sciences & Atmospheres Research Intern

Conducted graduate‑level research alongside PhD candidates; developed data workflows in Python and contributed results during weekly meetings. Presented 3 posters and published 3 abstracts. Preparing a first‑author paper on the Venusian atmosphere (planned submission: Jan 2026).

PythonPlanetary AtmospheresData Analysis

Supernova Remnant: Cassiopeia A (UArizona Advanced Teen Astronomy Camp)

Jun 2024 – Present — Research Collaborator

Analyzed Cas A data for molecular signatures; led literature review; mentored a partner in chemistry concepts and intro Python; authored a telescope observing proposal and documented procedures for reproducibility.

AstrophysicsObserving ProposalsReproducible Workflows

AI & the Environment — Public Talk

Mar 2025 – Present — Student Climate Action Conference, Fredericksburg, VA

Delivered an accessible talk on AI computing and environmental impact; invited (with team) to brief the Fredericksburg Town Council. Translated technical content into visuals and talking points for non‑technical stakeholders.

Science CommunicationPublic Engagement

Experience

Work & Volunteering

STEM Museum Educator & Trainer (Federal Employee)

Explainers Program, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum — Washington, DC

Dec 2024 – Present

Facilitated 100+ daily visitor interactions; taught space and aviation concepts to all ages. Trained new staff on exhibit operations, safety, and engagement techniques; developed hands‑on demos translating physics/astronomy for general audiences.

Peer Tutor & STEM Mentor (Volunteer)

Self‑Initiated STEM Tutoring

Sep 2021 – Present

Tutored middle‑ and high‑school students across calculus, algebra, and physics; coached AP‑style free‑response problem solving; shared study plans and strategies, adapting explanations to varied levels.

Tutor (Certified in Seven Subjects)

Schoolhouse.world (Remote)

Feb 2025 – Present

Earned certifications in 7 subjects; designed personalized SAT and AP Statistics curricula; facilitated 8 SAT Bootcamp sessions and provided 1:1 tutoring with emphasis on reasoning and error analysis.

Science Olympiad Event Supervisor (Volunteer)

Virginia Science Olympiad — Fairfax County, VA

Sep 2023 – Present

Wrote age‑appropriate event tests; managed logistics and scoring for multiple teams per event; organized and evaluated engineering build challenges with a focus on safety and creativity.

Extracurriculars & Leadership

Club Leader & Lecturer

TJHSST Astronomy Competition Team (Physics & Astronomy Club) — Alexandria, VA

Aug 2023 – Jun 2025

Led weekly lectures and problem sets for 20+ peers with varied physics backgrounds; designed curriculum and backup lectures; organized the team’s first external guest speaker; improved problem‑solving speed and accuracy with targeted drills.

Team Member (Two‑time Chesapeake Bay Bowl Winner)

TJHSST Ocean Bowl Club & Team — Alexandria, VA

Aug 2023 – Present

Taught teammates physical oceanography (circulation, forces, wave dynamics); led timed short‑answer strategy; coordinated task division under pressure to accelerate accurate responses.

Leader, Campus Sustainability Initiatives

TJHSST Get2Green Club (EcoSchools Green Flag) — Alexandria, VA

Aug 2024 – Jun 2025

Authored the school’s sustainability mission; organized fundraisers, campus clean‑ups, and plantings; repaired a hydroponic system and implemented garden maintenance routines; coordinated volunteers and staff.

Contact

For research, collaborations, or outreach, feel free to reach out.

Location

West Springfield, VA