I am a science writer and communicator based in Eugene, OR with an academic background in microbiology, immunology, and molecular genetics (BS, UCLA '23). With a keen interest in institutional and university communications and a specialty in biosciences, health, and technology, I enjoy communicating science to the general public through a variety of media and platforms. From news articles to podcasts to blog posts, I craft compelling narratives that not only inform audiences about science but also tell the human stories behind such discoveries. I currently work as a News and Research Writer at the University of Oregon and Communications Coordinator at the Cancer Vaccine Institute at UW Medicine. I am originally from Los Angeles, CA and have previously reported for USC Information Sciences Institute, Allen Institute, and Daily Bruin.

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