Explore My Reflection Articles

I have contributed written pieces to my department newsletter, sci-com blogs, and science engagement programs. This space collects some of those published pieces, reflections that spotlight my evolving role as a researcher, science communicator, and community advocate. Here, I write about what science means to me, why it matters, and how it connects to the world beyond the lab.

SCIENCE IS FOR EVERYONE: BRIDGING SCIENCE AND COMMUNITY

In this personal essay, I explore my motivations for researching zoonotic viruses, my journey into science communication, and the power of storytelling to bridge science and everyday life.

Published on the STEM Ambassador Program (STEMAP) website

LISTENING TO THE STORIES THAT VIRUSES TELL

In this department newsletter piece, I reflect on my journey from veterinarian to science communicator, exploring how clinical experience and scientific curiosity have shaped my research and outreach interests.

Published in the Biochemistry Department Spring 2025 Newsletter, University of Utah