About Me
Academic Background
Research Interests
Future Goals
As a Biology major specializing in Bioinformatics at UCSD, I'm exploring the cutting-edge intersection of using computational methods to perform genomic research. More relevant than ever today, my program combines the depth of understanding in epigenetics, molecular and chemical biology, and phylogenetics with the power of modern computing, preparing me to tackle next-generation challenges in personalized medicine, viral data analysis, and other genomic research.
Beyond coursework, I'm actively developing extracurricular expertise in both cellular and molecular biology techniques within the wet lab; and expanding my repertoire of programming languages and relevant technologies, with a particular focus on:
My Tech Stack
Operating Systems
I’ll always prefer the polished ecosystem and UNIX-based developer environment of macOS, but the various Linux distros are always a nice challenge. Virtualizing Ubuntu sacrifices some performance, but lets me practice my CLI skills and test packages cross-platform.
Development Environment
I started — and will probably end — with VS Code, but Cursor’s agentic AI beats Copilot by a mile, and Zed makes some interesting design decisions too. iTerm2 (and the ZSH shell) are by far the smartest choices on a Mac and I’d hate to work without them. I’d highly recommend installing everything you can with Homebrew, and avoiding the Snap store is always a safe bet with Flatpaks.
Productivity Tools
Obsidian is quite possibly the best power tool for lightweight note-taking I’ve ever used. The plugin ecosystem is an actual marvel, where I can run my code-snippets within a Markdown document, sync with Git, organize with data frames, and symlink concepts, lectures, and assignments. I haven’t even begun to unlock its full potential, but I’m already impressed with how genuinely powerful it is.
I’m still heavily embedded in the Apple ecosystem with no intentions of escaping, so I’ll occasionally write in the native apps when I’m not on Linux. TickTick has recommendations from some of the most reputable people in the tech space, and you don’t need me to tout how versatile or efficient it is, but what I personally love is converting my task lists to time-blocked ICS files and importing into Apple Calendar.
Lastly, Bitwarden is free and open source, reliable, cross-platform software that truly “just works”.
Daily Applications
So far, Arc is by far the best browser for actually managing a productive workspace of programming, hobbies, courses, and research. As soon as Zen Browser — the FOSS alternative built on Gecko — starts supporting some essential features and gains the polish and sophistication that makes Arc’s organization just a genuine joy to use, I will happily switch away from Chromium. Until then, Arc remains unparalleled for productivity in every way, from its spaces and pinned tabs UI to my keyboard shortcuts and many nested folders.
I may be an Apple shill, but I’ll maintain that their native PDF viewer can almost match Edge, and their Music client — at least when you’re deep in the ecosystem — far surpasses the alternative. Of course, I self-host most of my media on a Plex server through a VM on the cloud that I port-forward and SSH into with some janky but working automated scripts. The rest is self-explanatory.
Additional Tools
Lastly, Raindrop is an (oft-neglected) must for saving anything useful that crosses any platform you browse, and Cloudflare — especially if you own a domain and can tunnel your traffic — is probably the best (RD-compatible) VPN, even if you only want a DNS change.
Thanks for reading about my tech stack, and feel free to request other categories I can add and talk about!
Projects & Research
Comprehensive Node.js platform integrating 10+ leading AI providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta AI, and Mistral. Features multi-modal interactions (text, voice, images), custom instructions, prompt templates, automated cost tracking, and multiple specialized modes including RAG and Jupyter environments.
A robust Rust application that monitors UCSD's WebReg system for course openings and automatically enrolls in classes. Features asynchronous execution with Tokio, intelligent retry mechanisms, multi-channel notifications (email/Discord), detailed health monitoring, and configurable course tracking with TOML.
Cross-compatible TaperMonkey script and Chrome/Firefox extension to export and download your AO3 history as a JSON file. Features include network fetch requests, dynamic DOM parsing, data extraction, and JSON formatting. Error handling with partial results, pausing for rate-limits, and web app integration included.
A full-featured React Web Application to explore and analyze your AO3 history with an interactive filterable table, custom statistics, and dynamic visualizations from a JSON file. Integrates with my extension using TypeScript and local data processing.
An advanced React-based To-Do application featuring task categorization, priority settings, due dates, and integrated voice command capabilities. Developed as a peer-programming test of Claude-3.7-Sonnet-Thinking capabilities with single-file constraints.
PLACEHOLDER: UCSD Research Project
Undergraduate research project focusing on genetic markers in cancer cells. Combining wet lab techniques with computational analysis to study gene expression patterns.
PLACEHOLDER: Bioinformatics Course Project
Advanced computational analysis of protein structures using machine learning techniques. Developed predictive models for protein-protein interactions.
PLACEHOLDER: Independent Research Study
Self-directed study on emerging technologies in biotechnology and their applications in medical research and treatment development.
Future Projects & Interests: Placeholders
AI in Genomics Research
Developing machine learning models for genomic data analysis and prediction of genetic variations. Extending AlphaFold with other cutting-edge models for protein structure prediction in a user-friendly manner.
Drug Discovery Platform
Creating a computational platform for predicting drug-protein interactions and potential therapeutic targets. Utilizing deep learning models in the cloud and on local hardware for new drug discovery and repurposing.
Automated Lab Analysis
Developing automation tools for processing and analyzing laboratory data using computer vision and machine learning. Implementing algorithms to identify and quantify biological samples, automate data entry, and enhance the accuracy and efficiency of laboratory workflows.
Real-time Genomic Analysis
Developing a real-time system for processing and analyzing genomic sequencing data as it's generated. Create a pipeline that can handle high-throughput sequencing data, perform quality control, align sequences, and identify variants in real-time.
Skills & Technologies
Programming Languages
Biotechnology Skills
Clinical Experience
Volunteered at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center's Neurology Ward, gaining hands-on experience in patient care and medical procedures while developing a deep understanding of clinical operations and healthcare delivery.
- Patient Interaction & Care
- Medical Documentation
- Healthcare Protocols
- Clinical Environment Experience
DevOps & Infrastructure
- Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Management
- Linux Server Administration via CLI
- Docker Container Management
- Cloudflare Tunneling
- DNS Management and Routing
- Custom Discord Bot Development & Hosting
- Media Server Configuration & Management
- Automated Deployment Workflows
- Virtual Machine Upkeep
- Custom Shell Scripts & Automation
Tools & Frameworks
Development
- Git & GitHub
- VS Code & Obsidian.md
- Command Line
Web Technologies
- HTML & CSS
- JavaScript
- Tailwind CSS
Data Analysis
- Jupyter Notebooks
- RStudio
- Data Visualization
Additional Competencies
Research Skills
- Scientific Literature Review
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Experimental Design
- Technical Documentation
Operating Systems
- MacOS (Primary)
- Ubuntu/Linux
- Windows (VMs)
- Command Line Proficiency
Soft Skills
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Technical Writing
- Project Management
Currently Learning
- Machine Learning
- Advanced Bioinformatics
- Database Management
- Cloud Computing
Education
University of California, San Diego
B.S. Biology with Specialization in Bioinformatics
Pursuing a comprehensive program combining biological sciences with computational approaches, focusing on bioinformatics applications in medical research and genomics.
Current Coursework
Fall Quarter 2025
- • CHEM 40A - Organic Chemistry I
- • BILD 2 - Multicellular Life
- • PHYS 2A - Physics I
- • MATH 20B - Calculus II
- • HITO 87 - Tourism Seminar
Spring Quarter 2025
- • BILD 1 - The Cell
- • CHEM 6C - General Chemistry III
- • CHEM 7L - General Chemistry Lab
- • VIS 10 - Computing in the Arts
- • POLI 87 - Data Literacy
Winter Quarter 2025
- • BILD 5 - Data Analysis/Design for Bio
- • MCWP 50 - Critical Writing II
- • CHEM 6A - General Chemistry II
- • PHIL 10 - Introduction to Logic
- • HITO 87 - European Seminar
- • ANTH 87 - Mapping Capitalism
Fall Quarter 2024
- • MATH 10A - Calculus I
- • CHEM 6A - General Chemistry I
- • CSE 8A - Intro to Programming
- • BILD 4 - Introductory Biology Lab
- • MCWP 40 - Critical Writing I
- • CSE 87 - Bioinformatics Seminar
Advanced Placement Courses
Academic Background & Experience
Medical Science Academy - 3 Years
- • Advanced Physiology
- • Biotechnology
- • Biomedical Innovations
Certifications
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Laboratory Safety Certification
- - MSA & BILD 4
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CPR and First on the Scene
- - Cedars-Sinai Certified Training
Clinical Experience
1 Year Volunteer Experience at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Neurology Department • Patient Care & Clinical Support
Academic Timeline
Medical Science Academy
2020 - 2023
Advanced medical & biological sciences training
First Year
2024 - Present
Declared Biology Major with Bioinformatics Specialization
Expected Graduation
2028
B.S. Biology with Specialization in Bioinformatics
Academic Highlights
- 40+ AP Credits Earned
- Satisfied UC Entry-Level Writing Requirement
- American History & Institutions Requirement Satisfied
- 3.8 University GPA
- 4.4 High School GPA
- Medical Science Academy Graduate
- CPR, & FOTS Certifications
- 2+ Years Wet Lab Experience
- Cedars-Sinai Clinical Experience
Get In Touch
Interested in collaboration or have questions about my research? I'd love to hear from you!
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Currently open to research collaborations, internship opportunities, and academic discussions. I will also occasionally do web development for clients as a hobby, so if you like the look and feel of this portfolio or any of my personal brand projects, feel free to let me know, and we can get in touch!
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