Bachelors in Physics - University of California, Berkeley

I went to UC Berkeley from 2021 - 2025, receiving a B.A. in Physics. During my time in Berkeley, I learned not only general physics concepts ranging from solid state physics, statistical mechanics, and analytical mechanics, but also coding in Python and LabVIEW, as well as how to perform experimental physics, analyze large data sets, write scientific reports, and collaborate with others on complex projects.

I also did classes in Mathematics, English, Slavic History/Literature, Western Art, and Economics, all of which I felt were extremely enriching and worthwhile.

Undergraduate Researcher - Michael F. Crommie Group

I was an undergraduate researcher from Feb 2023 - May 2025 at UC Berkeley under the Michael F. Crommie group. I was under the mentorship of Dr. Hsin-Zon Tsai, and led in fabricating graphene field-effect transistors (GFETs) for our subgroup. During my time there, I learned not only how to fabricate these 2D heterostructures, but also how to improve quality and yield, streamline SOPs, and help characterize the devices in collaboration with other group members using tehcniques like scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM).

I was listed as a co-author in a paper published in ACS Nano in August 2024, titled "Gate-Switchable Molecular Diffusion on a Graphene Field-Effect Transistor" (Link).

Undergraduate Mentor - Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) Scholars

From 2024 - 2025 I was an undergraduate mentor under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Scholars at UC Berkeley. I mentored four incoming freshman for their first year at Berkeley, helping them with course scheduling, finding research opportunities, reaching out to professors, as well as planning their four years and helping them figure out their goals coming into University.

I felt really strongly about becoming a mentor to incoming freshman, especially those not from Berkeley. When I first came to Berkeley I felt very lost since I had no idea what to do. I struggled to find my way, meet new people, get into research, and figure out what other opportunities were available to me. I wanted to do my best to help other undergraduates so that they wouldn't have to struggle the same way I did, and I'd say I was able to accomplish what I set out to do for the last year I was at Berkeley.

Math, Physics, and English/Debate Tutor

During my time at university, I tutored Mathematics, Physics, and English/Debate, working with students from high school through to the university level. I love approaching complex subjects from first principles and breaking them down into clear, manageable pieces, and tutoring lets me turn that passion into meaningful help for others.

Across four years, I mentored about ten students, guiding each one to maximize their academic potential and deepen their understanding. My favorite moments came from coaching high-schoolers in debate, watching them gradually open up, find their voice, and gain confidence in public speaking. 

I believe every student can excel, no matter their background, and I’m proud to play a role in helping students reach their full potential.