I have over 5 years of research experience leveraging my background in molecular biology, ecology, and anthropology to lead scientific innovation. My mission to preserve the natural world in the face of climate change led me to volunteer at wildlife refuges abroad. This sparked a curiosity in me; I want to understand the influence of culture on our understanding of the world. I utilize my combined perspectives in interdisciplinary research to connect different communities to the beauty of the scientific world through outreach programs and published media.