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Throughout my summer fellowship, I spent my time in the Metamorphosis Lab researching Xenopus laevis tadpoles and how their immune system remodels during natural metamorphosis. Our research focused on the thymus gland as it is responsible for the development of T-cells, which protect the body against pathogens. The changes in microanatomy of the thymus were determined using multiple laboratory techniques.

This Research Fellowship project investigates how the European Union has reshaped its approach to international climate finance over the past decade. It begins by tracing key policy shifts and situating them within broader internal and external pressures from UN processes to economic and geopolitical developments. It then maps the EU’s major climate finance instruments by analyzing their stated goals, operational features, and priorities.

For summer of 2025, I have worked on polishing a first draft of the feature-length screenplay "A Mediterranean Tale" and developing a second draft for the same one. This experience has enhanced and refined my skills as a creative writer, in addition to improving my storytelling skills. Moreover, writing this script has helped me reconnect with my inner self, my roots, an my background of being an international student. 

Insulin resistance (IR) has traditionally been studied in the context of metabolic disorders, most notably type 2 diabetes, but growing evidence suggests that IR also plays a crucial role in cognitive decline and neuropsychiatric conditions such as schizophrenia. My research explores this emerging intersection between metabolic health and brain function by developing a fast acting IR rat model using a high fructose diet.

This summer, I worked with a classmate to deploy cameras and audio recording devices along the riparian zones of the Raquette, Grasse, and Oswegatchie rivers in St. Lawrence County. The overarching goal this summer was to collect photo and audio data of the species that occupy these zones, their activity, and the overall biodiversity of the area. Passive acoustic monitoring using photo and audio devices is a growing area of study, and a non-invasive way to glean data on our local ecosystems and animal communities. 

This summer, my project focused on testing the boundaries between genre fiction and literature. I revised 200 pages of my fantasy novel, Song of the White Dove, with the intention of understanding how far traditional plot formulas, tropes, and archetypes can be challenged and blended with literary techniques. I learned about methods to create a piece of writing that walks a middle ground between elusive, subtextual literature and traditional genre fiction, in a way that captures the best of both, crafting a work of art without losing the attention of wider audiences.

I spent the summer exploring the forests along the Oswegatchie, Grasse, and Raquette Rivers within St. Lawrence County. Working with Dr. Erika Barthelmess, we investigated the combined use of audio recorders and camera traps in evaluating the biodiversity along these corridors. We experimented with acoustic recording methods and explored how to manage the large datasets produced by passive biodiversity monitoring.

Through this Travel Enrichment Grant, I received funding to explore different hiking huts around New Zealand. Through a time of climate anxiety, the need to connect with ourselves and nature is more apparent. I explored Fern Burn Hut, Mueller Hut, and Homer Hut along the South Island of New Zealand.

I worked on creating social media posts and the CRM system
I learned a lot about a different working culture from my own. It was also interesting to hear about how another country was dealing with the covid 19 pandemic. Attached is an easter post I made.

As Intern I worked directly with an Investment Analyst in the company. My personal work consisted of task such as research into prospective investment market, studying Corporate Finance terms such as Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuations, and looking into various types of company fundraising.

As an intern I was given a lot of freedom when it came to performing my task. My job was to research and write weekly blogs on modern day forms of slavery. I was able to choose my own topic as long as they connected to the overall theme.

For the duration of this internship, I worked as an intern at King's College Hospital. More specifically, I worked in research in their biochemistry department under the supervision of Dr. Royce Vincent, who is a biochemist and endocrinologist at the hospital. In this role, I worked mostly in data analysis and assisted on the research projects that Dr. Vincent and his team were undertaking. Dr. Vincent specialized in the area of obesity and the implications of weight loss/gain from an endocrine perspective, and I worked on two major projects within that field: 1.

As an intern at Sustainable House, I was fortunate to have the opportunity to work directly with Michael who owned the company. During the time at my internship, I helped Michael in writing blog posts that went out to followers of his website. I also helped Michael in doing research for the Sustainability consulting he did on a whole bunch of different issues.

As an intern, I mostly did writing tasks where I would write posts for Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Smart Company. I also worked on helping put together social media campaigns for a new e-commerce company. I also put together an entire four-week master class for entrepreneurs on public relations and how to generate sales.

My work in viAct.Ai was to develop a human detection program to improve the safety of the construction working environment. My second internship which I am continuing working now at Seatton is on web Application. We are developing this website that can track the air quality and PM2.5 around the school area for Wellington International School in ShangHai.

? I was interning for a very small education technology startup based in Dublin. I reported to the CEO and founder and sole employee of the company so it was definitely a very intimate experience. I did new things every week for the company such as researching app development and project management tools. Throughout the entire time my overall project was basically to prototype a mobile application. My supervisor was extremely flexible and we created my plan and goals together each week.

As an intern I worked with as part of a small team doing research on general wellness topics to create marketing materials and informational content. The wellness topic I focused on was sleep and its impact on health. Through my research I was able to write three informative blogs posts and a short e-book on the different ways sleep impacts everyone's overall wellbeing.

I worked with Manifesto on sustainability marketing which mainly comprised of doing research on sustainable methods and how to effectively market what we’ve done. I created many powerpoints that I had to present to my supervisor, and sometimes to a bigger team. In addition to working on research, I worked with my supervisor to write a few blogs that were published on their website and I worked in researching the events/ awards that were relevant to the business for them to apply to.

I was a Data Analyst intern for Parvati Swayamvikas; a microfinance organization that's focused on uplifting the poor people who live in slums in Pune, India. Their main goal is to raise standards of living.

I interned at BIS Oxford Economics, based in Sydney, Australia. They provide consulting for various sectors of the economy, so my role was to assist in research. I updated excel files to reflect progress on construction and infrastructure projects in Australia. I also conducted research examining the wider economic benefits of roads. I utilized Australian Google and conducted in-depth research of many different projects and sectors.

Working with Ghenova I was a business development intern, and I was responsible for helping with the comapny's current expansion into the U.S market. Ghenova is an engineering company that focuses on the development of large-scale projects such as naval vessels and power plants. My job was to research renewable energy projects located in the U.S that were in early stages of development, and report these back to my supervisor along with potential business contacts.

Jividha is a non-profit organization that strives to educate the community on environmental issues and promote biodiversity and conservation. I worked directly with the president of Jividha, Rajiv. Over the course of the internship, I completed research projects on plastic pollution, green buildings, and the environmental impacts of transportation. With my research, I prepared presentations and flyers for the organization to use to spread awareness and educate others.

I was a publication intern with Agora Books in London, U.K. Via this role, I did editorial work -- such as reading through submissions and writing copy -- marketing work -- including running the Twitter, overseeing a giveaway and the corresponding graphics, and writing blog posts, maximizing SEO -- and finally managerial research work -- including the research and organization of reviews for Agora’s books.