Lead an undergraduate research group developing a real-time machine-learning BCI pipeline integrating EEG and eye tracking; guide students in acquisition, signal quality, experimental reasoning, and reproducible analysis.
Postdoctoral Researcher, SEMA Lab
The University of Arizona
Designed the longitudinal meditation-training study and co-designed and co-led two retreat studies. Helped write IRB submissions, supported amendments and recruitment, and monitored adverse events.
Consultant Scientist, Lead
Independent / Contract Research
Designed and conducted photobiomodulation studies and developed EEG neurofeedback systems. For a confidential client, designed a psychophysiology laboratory, helped set up equipment, and collected preliminary data. Designed experiments involving nonspeaking autistic participants and worked directly with them.
Instructor, PSY300
The University of Arizona
Graduate Researcher
The University of Arizona, SEMA Lab
Graduate Research Assistant/Archivist
The University of West Georgia
Education
PhD Cognition and Neural Systems
The University of Arizona
Thesis on How to Use Transcranial Focused Ultrasound to Enhance Mindfulness. Supervised by Dr. John J.B. Allen. Published 2 papers, presented at 4 conferences. Minor: Psychophysiology. GPA: 4.0/4.0
MA Cognition and Neural Systems
The University of Arizona
Thesis on Evaluating EEG complexity metrics as biomarkers for depression. Published in Psychophysiology. Supervised by Dr. John J.B. Allen. GPA: 4.0/4.0
MA Humanistic Psychology
University of West Georgia
Thesis on Consciousness Science. Supervised by Dr. Tobin Hart. GPA: 4.0/4.0
BSc Biopsychology
Oglethorpe University
Senior thesis on the genetic transformation of Chlamydomonas reinhardtii. GPA: 3.4/4.0