Postdoc, University of Maryland, Baltimore (2013-2017)

Ph.D. Biochemistry, Virginia Tech (2012)

B.S. Biochemistry In Honors, Virginia Tech (2007)

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My research interests are in understanding the forces governing conformational change in proteins and nucleic acids and employing computer-aided drug design strategies against highly dynamic systems. I developed the Drude-2017 nucleic acid polarizable force field during my postdoc.

B.S. Neuroscience, Bucknell University (2025)

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I am interested in using molecular dynamics to understand biological systems and building tools. My auxiliary interests include plant identification and audiobooks.

B.S. Biochemistry, North Carolina State University (2022)

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I am interested in discovering potential drug targets using computational modeling techniques to develop new therapeutics. In my free time, I enjoy doing puzzles, painting, and baking.

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B.E. Biotechnology, Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (2021)

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My research interests are in G-quadruplex dynamics and associated drug design. In my free time, I enjoy cooking for my friends, painting, and working out.

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B.S. Biotechnology, Federal University of Pelotas (2020)

M.S. Biochemistry, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (2022)

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I’m interested in utilizing computational modeling approaches to investigate protein structure and function, as well as to develop new therapeutics targeting these molecules. In my free time, I enjoy running and reading.​