Who I Am

I'm a former assistant professor in psychology and neuroscience, and now a principal AI scientist in cardiovascular medicine. Over the past 15+ years, I’ve built a career that bridges disciplines—publishing more than 25 peer-reviewed studies in journals like The Lancet Digital Health and The Journal of Neuroscience, and co-leading an NIH grant that scored in the 2nd percentile.

Throughout this time, I’ve become a go-to person for early-career scientists looking for clear and honest feedback on their writing and career direction. Their trust means a lot to me, because I’ve been there too.

As a faculty member during the pandemic, I juggled online teaching, tried to build a research program, and supported my lab through constant uncertainty. I was overwhelmed and exhausted, right when I felt I was supposed to be hitting my stride. Transitioning to industry then brought new challenges: working in a completely different field and trying to explain how my experience added up to a coherent story, even to myself.

Working with a coach helped me take back that narrative. Not just to “sell” my background to others, but to actually feel aligned in my own choices. Now, as a writer and mentor, I help others do the same by crafting compelling, confident stories about their science, their skills, and their careers.

Through workshops, speaking, and one-on-one support, I help researchers communicate their science clearly and navigate career challenges. If you’re feeling stuck with writing or career decisions, let’s work together to make your narrative stronger and your discoveries resonate.