About Me

I am a fifth year graduate student at Columbia University in the Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics Department. I study plasma physics related to nuclear fusion energy on the High Beta Tokamak - Extended Pulse (HBT-EP). For more information about HBT-EP and my related projects please visit the research page or check out my Curriculum Vitae.

I also have a growing interest in data analysis and visualization, which stems from my research experience and is evolving through extracurricular projects.

Education

• Ph.D. candidate in Applied Physics, Columbia University, expected graduation May 2015
• M.S. Applied Physics, Columbia University, 2012
• B.S. Chemistry and Biochemistry with Minor in Physics, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, 2008