About

I conduct research and support science that aims to understand microbial interactions, discover new antibiotics, and support the next generation of diverse scientists.

I further the antibiotic discovery pipeline at the Tiny Earth Chemistry Hub (TECH) through extracting bacterial DNA and leading the Tiny Earth Summer Research Course (TESRC). As the liaison between TECH and the global Tiny Earth network of students and instructors, I create content, participate in outreach, and oversee a strain collection of over 4,400 bacterial isolates with potential antimicrobial activity. Learn more about this work on the Tiny Earth page.

Since earning my BA in neuroscience from Luther College and writing and editing for their student newspaper, CHIPS, and now working with scientists and educators, I have developed a strong interest in science communication and completed an MS in Life Sciences Communication at UW–Madison in May 2025. Check out stories that I’ve written and publications I’ve co-authored on the Science Writing page. Beyond writing, I’ve designed websites and developed creative content for print. Check out some of these on the Creative Projects page.

Outside of the lab, I enjoy canoeing on Wisconsin’s lakes and rivers, running in the mountains, biking fast around city blocks, and searching for the best cream cheese Danish.