Education

The Johns Hopkins University

Ph.D. Biomedical Engineering (2019)
The Grayson Lab for Craniofacial Tissue Engineering

University of Virginia

B.S. with High Distinction (2014)
Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Business
EIT Designation (Virginia)

Theses
  • Adipose-derived Stem Cells in Vascular Constructs: Pericyte-like Function
  • Societal, Ethical, and Technological Contributions to Transplant Policy

    • Teaching

    Course Instructor, The Ethics and Business of Regenerative Medicine (2016)

    Designed and taught a course on the inter-weavings of business, ethics, and societal dimensions as relevant to recent advances and failures of regenerative medicine.

    Senior Teaching Assistant

    Earth Systems Engineering Management (1)
    & Societal Dimensions of Nanotechnology (2)

    Led discussions, lectured, redesigned course content, graded assignments, moderated forums, managed team of TAs, ran writing workshops, managed online course content and distance learners, and held office hours.

    Work Experience

    Head Swim Team Coach

    Pinecrest Swim and Tennis Club (2014)
    Hired, trained, and managed a coaching staff of six for a competitive team of 180 children. Developed and directed swim lesson programs and competitive strike clinics.

    Swim Team Coach

    Farmington Country Club (2012)
    Age group coach for 40 children, and managed the team's newsletters, handouts, and website.

    Head Pool Manager and Swim Lesson Director

    Army Navy Country Club (2011)
    Developed and managed a swim lesson program for all levels. Managed, trained, performance reviewed, and disciplined staff of ten lifeguards.

    Awards and Fellowships

    Outstanding Student Award

    School of Engineering and Applied Science, UVA (2014)
    To honor a (graduating) student who has exhibited service before self, integrity, and excellence and demonstrated outstanding academic performance, leadership, and service.

    Harrison Award (2013-2014)

    A competitive grant to enable original undergraduate research at UVA.
    Research Topic: Engineering organic biological replacements or repairs for failed or diseased tissues such as bones, blood vessels and organs by leveraging emerging biomanufacturing technology.

    Kinnier Fellowship (2012-2013)

    A competitive fellowship for engineering students interested in academia; combining discussions with distinguished faculty from across the University of Virginia, focused on the nature of academia and teaching engineering, as well as a focused student-run outreach program on the opportunities of secondary education in engineering to local underprivileged high schools.

    Honors

  • Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society; University of Virginia (2011-2014)
  • National Residence Hall Honorary Association (2011-2013)
  • Dean’s List; University of Virginia (2010-2011)
  • Dean’s List; Northern Virginia Community College (2008-2010)
  • Jericho International Honor Society, The Potters School(2007-2008)
  • Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America (2007)

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