About Me

I'm studying Integrative Organismal Biology and Software Engineering, two fields I combine to explore how technology can enhance animal care, conservation, and research. My passion lies in creating software solutions that improve the lives of animals and their caregivers.

What I Do and Enjoy

Skills

  • Languages: Java, Python, C/C++, HTML/CSS/JS
  • Frameworks: JavaFX, Flask
  • Tools: Git, GitHub, Gradle, JUnit, PyTest
  • Soft Skills: Problem-Solving, Time Management, Adaptability

Hobbies

  • Houseplant Care
  • Gaming
  • Photography
  • Animal Care and Volunteering

Things I've Built

Group Coursework

Acquire (Group Project)

Completed April 2022 — private coursework

An original rendition of the board game Acquire, built for CS2263. Implemented core gameplay mechanics including stock management, tile placement, and mergers.

Independent Projects

Wildlife Tracking Dashboard

In progress, June 2025

An interactive dashboard for visualizing real-world GPS animal data. Built with Python and Leaflet to support wildlife conservation monitoring.

Plantipedia

In progress, July 2025

A houseplant encyclopedia website with a searchable database and structured plans for user contributions.

Publications

Isolation and genome annotation of Rowlf, a novel cluster EG bacteriophage with a purple acid phosphatase-like gene

Journal of Microbiology, July 2025
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The recumbirostran Hapsidopareion lepton from the early Permian of Oklahoma reassessed using HRμCT...

Journal of Paleontology, 2025
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