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(activities)at URI i'm splitting time between computational biology research and the Hydrobotics team. the through-line is the same: software that has to match a physical or molecular system, not just a demo.
(projects)current campus work is PocketBench, a TrkB drug-design screen, a merged oxDNA fix, and mixed-thrust control for a six-thruster AUV. earlier on i built student tools and mentored in CS.
URI Hydrobotics Team
2026 - PresentImplemented mixed-thrust control for a six-thruster AUV, combining translation and rotation with existing empirically tuned thrust tables. Added an isolated mixer test mode and a Linux/WSL workflow so expected thruster outputs can be checked before physical-vehicle testing.
Undergraduate Researcher
2025 - PresentComputational biology research at URI. Built PocketBench to audit DiffSBDD and Pocket2Mol, and a screening pipeline for TrkB candidates aimed at intranasal CNS delivery, combining generative design, docking, rescoring, and molecular dynamics.
Rhody Tech Initiative
2025 - PresentI founded RhodyTech, a student-led initiative at URI that partners with campus organizations to design and build custom tech solutions. From internal tools to public-facing platforms, I work directly with student leaders to scope problems, prototype solutions, and ship real products that make campus life easier and more connected.
UI Developer @RamHacks
Sep 2024 - Nov 2024Collaborating with a team to rebuild a decommissioned game using Pygame and Unity, focusing on user interface design and optimal player engagement. Using Git for version control and managing code reviews, branches, and pull requests.
School Body President
2023 - 2024Raised school engagement by 30% through innovative programs and initiatives. Successfully organized and executed events for over 400 students, fostering a more connected campus community.
School District Equity Leader
2022 - 2024Managing a dedicated team building projects focused on educational equity. Implementing initiatives to ensure equal access to resources and opportunities for all students.
Computer Science Mentor
2022 - PresentHelped 20+ underclassmen with assigned CS projects, fostering their growth in programming and problem-solving skills. Created a supportive learning environment for future developers.