High School Research

EDUCATION

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA Graduated May 2016

Bachelor of Arts, Natural Science

GPA 3.10

Rocky Hill High School, Rocky Hill, CT Graduated June 2010

GPA 3.00

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

MARC U*STAR Scholar May 2014- May 2016

Advisor: Dr. Jacqueline Tanaka

Undergraduate Researcher Jan 2013-June 2016

Advisor: Dr. Rodrigo Andrade

Synthesized intermediates for complex indole alkaloids

Developed methodology for functionalizing bioactive Strychnos alkaloids

Developing novel methods of synthesizing derivatives for biological assays

Collaborated with a team of researchers daily

Trained incoming undergraduates on synthetic chemistry protocols

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Problem solving/critical thinking in a laboratory environment

Proficient with compound purification and characterization via 1D and 2D NMR, LCMS, HRMS, IR and optical rotation

Skilled in oral and written scientific communication

SCHOLARSHIPS / AWARDS

15th Annual ABRCMS Poster Presentation Award November 2015

Sloviter Research Award Aug 2013

Berg Scholarship May 2013

WORK EXPERIENCE

Genentech Inc. Intern Dec 2008-Aug 2014

gRED Discovery Chemistery- Small Molecule Drug Discovery

Developed methodology to increase yields of early drug candidates

α-litihation and enantioselective sequestering via chiral induction

Attended group meetings and presented past, current, and present work

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