About Me

🔬 Biological Researcher at Stanford University, CA, USA
🎓 Bioinformatician-in-Training at UTHealth Houston, TX, USA
💡 Biological Data-Driven Problem Solver

Hello! 👋

I am an enthusiastic researcher with hands-on experience in experimental biology and an increasing proficiency in bioinformatics. With over 9 years of academic research experience in microbiology, virology, cardiovascular health, and otolaryngology, my journey has provided me with a strong foundation in experimental design and biological systems, which is now enhanced by my expanding bioinformatics skill set.

Currently, I am a Researcher in the DiRenzo Lab within the Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery (OHNS) Department at Stanford University, CA, USA. My primary focus is on utilizing transcriptomics to investigate the molecular consequences of tobacco products (traditional cigarettes and electronic (e)-cigarettes) on laryngeal health. Initially, I was involved in developing in vivo models to elucidate tobacco product(s)-induced laryngeal pathophysiology, which has since evolved into integrating experimental approaches with computational analysis to elucidate underlying disease mechanisms.

In parallel with my professional work, I am also pursuing a second Master’s degree in Biomedical Informatics at the McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth, Houston, with concentrations in bioinformatics and health data science. My academic projects have utilized R programming to analyze microarray and bulk RNA-seq datasets, with an emphasis on transcriptomics related to tobacco exposure and respiratory health. These efforts complement my professional research, providing a more comprehensive understanding of respiratory health.

I am deeply passionate about bridging the gap between bench research and bioinformatics, bringing a multidisciplinary perspective to tackle complex biological problems and drive advancements in understanding health and disease. As I continue to grow in this field, I am eager to fully embrace bioinformatics, applying innovative approaches to address challenging questions in biology and informatics.

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