Business

Once president of an entrepreneurship group that participated in business competitions, such as the diamond challenge and FBLA, I carry with me a thriving background in business and financial literacy, having taken college-level courses and work experience.

Design

3D Modeler. I work best on AutoDesk Software, such as Fusion 360, Inventor, Maya, AutoCAD & Edge. However, I can effectively use SolidWorks, Onshape, Blender, Rhino and Shapr3D.I make posters, business cards, print 3D figures, Factory Design and other related visual graphics.

Electronics

Basic Coding skills: capable of building apps, small scale hacking, and creating bots.Can design and manufacture circuit boards; Basic experience on LPKF, Fritzing, Easy EDA, Cadence & Altium.Previous projects include SAE, FRC, FTC, SECME & VEX.

Media

The photo displayed won a photography competition at NYU.I worked on digital media projects in the past that targeted large media audiences. I am knowledgeable using streaming platforms, OBS, Audacity, and Video editing software such as DaVinci Resolve. I also worked with digital mixers, such as X32 from Behringer for bands.

Medicine

Theoretical knowledge of the human body based on HOSA guidelines.Experience in data collection & testing for mass production.Non-commercial pharmaceutical expertise.First aid training licensed by MD doctor.

Sports

I love practicing sports, especially with friends. Some common sports I enjoy are: Soccer, American Football, Paddle, Beach Tennis, Volleyball, Tennis, Water Polo, Basketball, Cricket, Golf, Bowling, Darts, Archery, Snowboarding, Skateboarding, Ice Skating and more. As long as I am with friends, exercising becomes an enjoyable time.

Cooking

Once a while, I enjoy picking up a new recipe I haven't explore and attempt to follow cooking instructions. It usually takes me a few trials until I am ready to serve it in a casual dinner, but once I get the idea I added it to my recipes list.

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Music

I am not a great musician, but I am certainly admire it. I enjoy the mathematics of music and rhythms. I myself have composed a few songs, but they were mostly for side projects like videogames. I think music is a powerful tool not fully understood scientifically.

Painting

Nothing more relaxing than spending the end of a long day by choosing to illustrate my emotions through colors. I enjoy drawing as well as painting being it by myself or with friends.

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Movie Reviews

Occasionally I update my profile on letter box, a movie social media platform with the movies that I have watched, and I provide some reviews.

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Casual Games

A casual night of games is also a healthy habit I enjoy partaking. I like playing ping pong, billiards, spike ball, frisbee, foosball, cards, board games like chess, puzzle games and more.

Video Games

Challenging myself mentally by playing competitive online and local multiplayer games is something I cherish a lot. I consider myself a gaming enthusiast. I enjoy the nostalgia of playing in old consoles, as well as making my own games. Once I created and led an Esports organization in High School called Chidori Esports. We would compete on a variety of competitions. Despite multiple attempts or PC and Console my best performances have been in mobile platforms, reaching the top of multiple world tournaments.

Coin Collector

I find enthusiasm in understanding the security measures that the current monetary system implements. I enjoy collecting rare coins and bills from different currencies with the purpose of studying their manufacturing and history.

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Racing

You might think I am child that never grew up, and you are right. If there is a toy that excites me, that is hotwheels. I like their designs, stories, games, fanfics etc. But what I enjoy the most if seeing the cars race.

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Fishing

Fishing allows me to relax outdoors, appreciate nature, and experience the excitement of catching fish, while also helping me develop patience, focus, and problem-solving skills as I choose the right bait, location, and techniques for different conditions.

Building Models

If you thought my list of childlike hobbies didn't end, well you are up to another surprise. I personally love building things and lego just happens to be the brand with the highest amount of parts for creative design. What I am not a big fan off is following the manual, but in respect to the creator of the model I build the model at least once until I move onto my own implemented changes.

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Cosplaying

Well, I say there are things in life one needs to try it before they can critique. One of which I think fits well in this category is cosplaying. I have enjoyed attending conventions since young and now as an adult I get to use the latest gadgets to bring fictional characters to life.

LPKF

Used this precision PCB prototyping and micromachining system used to mill, drill, or laser-process printed circuit boards and fine features for electronic fabrication and rapid circuit prototyping.

EPILOG LASER

Used high-precision CO₂ laser cutter and engraver used to cut, etch, and mark a wide range of materials (like wood, acrylic, plastics, and metals) with fine resolution and versatile raster and vector processing for prototyping, fabrication, and industrial design work.

CNC MILL

Tormach 770M is a CNC mill used for multi-axis milling, drilling, and contouring of complex prismatic and three-dimensional geometries.

CNC LATHE

Tormach 8L is a CNC lathe used for precision turning operations on rotationally symmetric components such as shafts, bushings, and threaded parts.

CNC ROUTER

Used to cut, carve, drill, and machine flat or large parts from materials like wood, plastics, foam, and light metals using computer-controlled multi-axis toolpaths.

FTR SPECTROMETER

Performed infrared (IR) spectroscopy, specifically Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, to analyze molecular vibrations and identify chemical bonds and functional groups in a sample.

ULTIMAKER

3D printer designed for reliable, high-quality additive manufacturing of prototypes, functional parts, and complex geometries.

VIBROMETER

Measured vibrations in vehicle components to evaluate ride comfort, safety, and mechanical health. By analyzing vibration frequency and amplitude, engineers can detect issues like engine imbalance, suspension faults, drivetrain problems, or excessive noise and harshness (NVH) before they lead to failures.

STRATASYS FORTUS 250mc

Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) industrial 3D printer that uses production-grade thermoplastics like ABSplus to create durable prototypes, tooling, and end-use parts

STRATASYS ELITE

Used a high-resolution FDM 3D printer that uses ABSplus thermoplastic to produce detailed, durable prototypes and functional parts with fine layer control within a moderate build envelope

MELTING POINT APPARATUS

Used to determine the melting point of solid compounds—a key physical property for compound identification and purity assessment.

WATER BATH

Used for enzyme reactions, incubation steps, sample thawing, DNA/protein work, and denaturation studies

CENTRIFUGE

Used to separate components of a mixture based on density by spinning samples at high speed to generate centrifugal force. It is commonly used to pellet cells, proteins, or solids from liquids, clarify solutions, and isolate biological or chemical fractions for further analysis.

FLUID FLOW PRESSURE HEAD

Used closed-pipe flow meters—specifically the rotameter, Venturi meter, and orifice meter—to measure flow rate using float height or pressure drop across a constriction. Experimental data were used to calibrate discharge coefficients and scaling constants and compare them to theoretical and manufacturer values to assess meter accuracy and performance.

HEAT EXCHANGERS

Tested tubular and shell-and-tube exchangers under controlled flow and temperature conditions. Higher hot-stream temperatures and flow rates increased heat duty and improved the overall heat-transfer coefficient km. Counter-flow operation performed better than parallel flow, and the tubular exchanger showed higher km than the shell-and-tube.

CAPACITORS

Tested capacitor discharge and charging capacity for the transfer of mechanical work to power a small vehicle using mechanical advantage.

PIPE FITTING

Examined pressure losses in pipe systems by measuring pressure drops across straight pipes and common fittings to determine the friction factor (λ) and drag coefficient (ξ) as functions of flow rate, diameter, material, and geometry. The results were compared to theoretical correlations to show how surface roughness and fittings (valves, constrictions, bends) dominate energy losses and influence pump sizing and system efficiency.

WEIR PLATE

Measured liquid flow rates by relating the height of water above the weir crest to the discharge flow rate for both rectangular and V-notch weirs operating under open-channel flow conditions. Experimental data were used to determine the discharge coefficient (Cw) and exponent (n), which were then compared to theoretical values to validate the weir flow models.

GAS SEPARATION

Investigated membrane gas separation by using hollow-fiber polymer membranes to separate oxygen and nitrogen from compressed air while operating the system in parallel and series configurations. The purpose was to evaluate how pressure and flow rate affect oxygen permeability (QA), selectivity (α), and transport behavior, and to compare experimental results with predictions from the solution–diffusion model.

SPEED OF SOUND

Measured the speed of sound in air by timing how long an acoustic pulse takes to travel from a loudspeaker to a microphone at different positions and extracting the speed from the slope of position vs. travel-time data. It also examined the temperature dependence of the speed of sound by heating the air and comparing experimental results with theoretical predictions.

LASERS

Used the reflection, refraction, and polarization of light by using a laser, ray table, and Plexiglas lens to measure angles and determine the index of refraction through Snell’s Law. It also investigated polarization by reflection by measuring reflected light intensity with a polarizer and photodiode to experimentally determine Brewster’s angle for Plexiglas.

TENSION OF CRANES

Demonstrated the physics behind cranes typically focuses on static equilibrium, torque, and tension forces acting on a rigid structure. By balancing loads at different distances from a pivot and measuring cable tensions, the experiment shows how moment arms, counterweights, and force distribution determine crane stability and lifting capacity. This illustrates why cranes use long booms, counterweights, and angled support cables to safely lift heavy loads without tipping.

DIFFRACTION OF LIGHT

Studied diffraction and interference of light by observing patterns produced by single slits, thin wires, double slits, and diffraction gratings to understand the wave nature of light. Measurements of fringe positions were used to determine laser wavelength, slit spacing, wire diameter, and spectral wavelengths of hydrogen and helium lamps using interference equations.

DATA ANALISYS

Calculated mean values, standard deviations, and total uncertainties for repeated measurements to determine best estimate values and assess measurement precision. Histograms, normal distributions, and error-bar plots were used to evaluate random fluctuations, instrument uncertainty, and accuracy of the experimental results.

STROBOSCOPE

Studied standing waves on a stretched string using a variable-frequency oscillator and magnetic vibrator to excite harmonics while a stroboscope was used to accurately measure vibration frequencies. A pulley system with hanging masses set the string tension, allowing wave velocity to be calculated from measured wavelengths and frequencies and compared with theoretical values.

DISCHARGE

Tested the capacitance and dielectrics using a heavy, adjustable parallel-plate capacitor with red (high-voltage) and white (grounded) plates to measure how charge and voltage depend on plate separation. By inserting a dielectric sheet between the plates, the experiment demonstrated how polarization increases capacitance and allowed determination of the permittivity and dielectric constant of materials.

DIGITAL LOGIC

Applied digital logic gate principles to design and build a combinational and sequential logic circuit that generated a series of frequency-controlled signals corresponding to musical notes, allowing the circuit to play a recognizable song by using logic gates, counters, and timing components to control the pitch, duration, and order of each note in the melody.

SOLENOID

Investigated magnetic fields and electromagnetic induction by using an AC-driven solenoid to generate a time-varying magnetic field and a pickup coil to measure the induced voltage via Faraday’s law. By varying the current and frequency using an oscillator and computer-based oscilloscope, the magnetic permeability of nylon inside the solenoid was experimentally determined and compared to theoretical expectations.

VAPOR COMPRESSION

Studied how the operation of a vapor-compression refrigeration cycle, including evaporation, compression, condensation, and expansion in the Gunt ET 250. It allows students to measure pressures, temperatures, heat transfer, and system efficiency (COP) to understand real refrigeration and heat-pump behavior.

CSTR IN SERIES

Studied how reaction kinetics and reactor design using batch, CSTR, and plug-flow reactors under controlled conditions. It allows measurement of conversion, temperature, residence time, and reaction rate, helping relate experimental data to reactor models and kinetic theory.

BATCH MODE

Analyzed batch mode data from heat transfer experiment using the GUNT HL 110 which involved the heating and cooling of fluids in a closed batch system while monitoring temperature changes over time.

FLOW CALIBRATION

Studied about this apparatus that performs incompressible flow through pipes and fittings using devices such as rotameters, manometers, and differential pressure gauges. The experiment demonstrated how flow rate, pressure drop, and discharge coefficients relate to pipe geometry and flow regime, reinforcing Bernoulli’s equation and friction loss concepts.

FLUIDS BOAT RACE

Assisted a friend with his design on optimizing his design for a boats racing lab. Incomporatated the use of a battery and a small motor to power the boat.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Performed a temperature control lab to stabilize temperature settings based on how much heat was outputted on a heatsink based on computing demand.

COLLISION

Investigated how objects interact during impact by measuring changes in velocity, momentum, energy transfer, and collision behavior (elastic or inelastic).

PACKED BED

Studied a packed bed apparatus to better understand fluid flow through a bed of solid particles to analyze pressure drop, flow distribution, permeability, and packed bed hydrodynamics.

DANIEL CELL

Investigated how Daniell (galvanic) cells connected in series can be used to increase voltage and power a small electric motor. Each cell used a zinc electrode as the anode (where zinc is oxidized and releases electrons) and a graphite electrode as an inert cathode (where reduction occurs in solution), and by wiring multiple cells in series, their individual voltages added together to produce enough electrical energy to drive the motor.

ZINC AIR BATTERY

Built zinc–air battery using a proton exchange membrane (PEM) to separate the anode and cathode while allowing ion transport. Zinc metal served as the anode, where zinc was oxidized to Zn²⁺ releasing electrons, while oxygen from air was reduced at the air cathode; the PEM allowed protons/ions to pass to maintain charge balance, enabling continuous electron flow through an external circuit and demonstrating how chemical energy is converted into electrical energy in metal–air batteries.

ZINC ION BATTERY

Built zinc-ion batteries and tested for voltage output, current performance, electrolyte effects, and battery behavior during discharge.

ZINC CARBON BATTERY

The zinc–carbon battery lab involved constructing and testing zinc–carbon cells to evaluate voltage, current output, discharge characteristics, and the effects of electrode and electrolyte composition on battery performance.

FORMALDEHYDE CELL

This lab examined a formaldehyde-based electrochemical battery (direct formaldehyde fuel cell) using ruthenium (Ru) and palladium (Pd) electrodes as catalysts. Formaldehyde was oxidized at the anode (catalyzed by Ru/Pd), releasing electrons to the external circuit, while a reduction reaction occurred at the cathode; by measuring voltage and current, the lab demonstrated how catalytic electrodes enable efficient fuel oxidation and conversion of chemical energy into electrical power.

DISTILLATION COLUNM

Studied about this pilot-scale distillation column that is used to experimentally determine vapor–liquid equilibrium, mass transfer, and separation efficiency under controlled reflux and feed conditions. Operating the unit reinforced how reboiler duty, condenser performance, and reflux ratio affect component separation in real chemical engineering systems.

DNA FORENSICS

DNA fingerprinting by using restriction enzymes and gel electrophoresis to cut and separate DNA fragments from crime scene and suspect blood samples into distinct banding patterns. The purpose was to compare these patterns to determine genetic similarity and identify a potential match, demonstrating how molecular biology techniques are applied in forensic analysis.

FERMENTATION

Investigated cellular respiration and fermentation in yeast by measuring CO₂ production under different chemical conditions. By adding activators (glucose, pyruvate, magnesium sulfate) and an inhibitor (sodium fluoride), the experiment showed how substrates and enzymes affect the rate of respiration, observed as gas accumulation in fermentation tubes.

FILTRATION

Constructed a layered water filter using materials such as dirt, sand, and gravel to remove suspended solids and improve water clarity. The goal was to demonstrate how physical filtration mechanisms reduce turbidity and simulate basic principles used in water treatment systems.

ENZYME DENATURATION

Investigated enzyme denaturation by heating an enzyme solution and measuring the resulting loss of catalytic activity. The experiment demonstrated how elevated temperatures disrupt protein structure, reducing reaction rate and showing the temperature sensitivity of enzymes.

TITRATION OF WEAK ACID

Identified an unknown weak acid by titrating it with a standardized sodium hydroxide (NaOH) solution and monitoring pH changes using an acid–base indicator. The resulting titration curve is used to calculate the Ka and pKa of the acid and match it to known weak acids based on its chemical behavior.

DNA FORENSICS

DNA forensics by extracting and analyzing genetic material from different blood samples to compare their DNA profiles. The purpose was to demonstrate how molecular techniques can distinguish individuals based on genetic markers used in forensic identification.

QUANTITATIVE DATA

Investigated the pH scale by measuring the acidity or basicity of various common solutions using pH strips, red and blue litmus paper, and a pH meter, then comparing qualitative and quantitative results to theoretical expectations. It also examined buffer capacity and antacid effectiveness, ultimately using the collected pH data to identify an unknown solution, determined to be sprite.

QUALITATIVE DATA

Identified biologically important macromolecules by using Benedict’s, Lugol’s iodine, Biuret, and Sudan IV tests to detect reducing sugars, starch, proteins, and lipids based on characteristic color changes. The reaction patterns were compared to controls to determine the identity of an unknown solution, which was concluded to be apple juice.

CHROMATOGRAPHY

Used column chromatography to separate Orange G dye based on molecular size and paper chromatography to separate plant pigments by polarity and solubility. Retardation factors (Rf) were calculated to compare pigment movement, demonstrating how different organic compounds separate under the same solvent conditions.

ELECTROPHORESIS

Used agarose gel electrophoresis and SDS-PAGE to separate DNA fragments and proteins based on size, charge, and shape under an applied electric field. Molecular weights were estimated by comparing migration distances to known ladders, demonstrating how electrophoresis can identify and characterize biomolecules.

SPECTROPHOTOMETRY

Investigated membrane transport by observing diffusion and Brownian motion, measuring osmosis across dialysis tubing under different sucrose concentrations, and identifying hypotonic, isotonic, and hypertonic conditions. It also used spectrophotometry and Beer’s Law to relate absorbance to concentration and estimate the concentration of an unknown solution.

THIXOTROPIC BEHAVIOR

Synthesized polystyrene through free-radical polymerization and creating a cross-linked polyvinyl alcohol–borate network to observe viscoelastic and thixotropic behavior. The resulting materials were analyzed by observing flow, deformation, and viscosity, linking polymer structure and cross-linking to macroscopic physical properties

GALVANIC CELLS

Constructed galvanic (electrochemical) cells using metal electrodes such as Zn(s), Fe(s), Cu(s), Pb(s), Mg(s), and Mn(s) immersed in their corresponding aqueous metal-ion solutions (e.g., Zn²⁺, Cu²⁺, Fe²⁺). The half-cells were connected by a salt bridge containing an inert electrolyte (such as KNO₃) and an external wire with a voltmeter, allowing electron flow from the anode (oxidation electrode) to the cathode (reduction electrode) so that cell potentials could be measured, reduction potentials calculated, and results compared to standard values and Nernst-equation predictions

SULFANILAMIDE

Synthesized sulfanilamide by first converting acetanilide into p-acetamidobenzenesulfonyl chloride via electrophilic aromatic substitution with chlorosulfonic acid, then converting it to the sulfonamide using ammonia. The acetyl protecting group was removed by acid-catalyzed hydrolysis, and the final sulfanilamide product is purified by crystallization and characterized by melting point and IR spectroscopy.

ENTHALPY OF VAPORIZATION

Determined the molar mass of an unknown molecular solid by measuring freezing point depression of a solution using t-butyl alcohol as the solvent. By recording cooling curves, identifying the freezing points of the pure solvent and the solution, and applying the freezing point depression equation, the molar mass of the unknown was calculated.

pH & VOLUME TITRATION

Collected pH versus volume data during the titration of an unknown weak acid with standardized NaOH and used the resulting titration curves and first-derivative plots to identify the equivalence and half-equivalence points. Used these data to calculate the pKa, initial moles, and molar mass of the unknown acid and compare the results to literature values for identification. The titration data gave an average pKa of about 3.65 and an average experimental molar mass of approximately 146 g/mol, and based on comparison with reference values the unknown acid was identified as sodium hydrogen tartrate.

CINNAMLDEHY CLOCK

The cinnamaldehyde clock reaction lab involved analyzing reaction kinetics and time-dependent color change behavior by studying the oxidation and reaction rate of cinnamaldehyde with indicator systems, measuring induction time, concentration effects, and reaction mechanisms.

ETHANOL PRODUCTION

Produced ethanol from sucrose through enzymatic hydrolysis and yeast fermentation, converting sugars into ethanol and carbon dioxide. The ethanol was isolated and purified by fractional distillation, and its composition is analyzed using density measurements and azeotropic behavior.

OIL EXTRACTION

Synthesized isopentyl acetate via an acid-catalyzed Fischer esterification of isopentyl alcohol and acetic acid under reflux. The ester is isolated by liquid–liquid extraction, drying, and simple distillation, and its purity is evaluated by boiling point and IR analysis.

ISOLATION OF CAFFEINE

Caffeine is extracted from tea leaves using hot water followed by liquid–liquid extraction into an organic solvent after converting acidic impurities into water-soluble salts. The caffeine was then purified by solvent removal and sublimation, and its identity is confirmed by melting point determination.

HYDROGENATION

Converted methyl oleate, an unsaturated fatty acid ester, into methyl stearate, a saturated ester, by catalytic hydrogenation using palladium on carbon and in situ–generated hydrogen gas.
The solid product is isolated by filtration and recrystallization, and the loss of unsaturation is confirmed by melting point determination and bromine unsaturation tests.

ALDEHYDE TO DIENE

Synthesized 1,4-diphenyl-1,3-butadiene using a Wittig reaction between cinnamaldehyde and a phosphonium ylide, which formed a conjugated alkene system with preferential formation of the trans,trans isomer. The product was isolated and purified by crystallization, analyzed by TLC, and optionally characterized by NMR or UV–Vis spectroscopy.

n-butyl SYNTHESIS FOR GRIGARD REAGENTS

Synthesized n-butyl bromide by converting n-butyl alcohol into an alkyl halide using sodium bromide and sulfuric acid, which generate hydrobromic acid in situ and proceed via an SN2 mechanism.
The product was purified by liquid–liquid extraction, drying, and simple distillation, then identified by boiling point and IR spectroscopy.

POLYMER SYNTHESIS

Synthesized representative polymers—polyesters, nylon, and polystyrene—to illustrate condensation and addition polymerization, including linear and cross-linked structures. Polyester was formed by reacting phthalic anhydride with diols, nylon was produced by interfacial condensation of a diacid chloride with a diamine, and polystyrene was made by free-radical polymerization of styrene, with the products analyzed using infrared spectroscopy.

GRIGNARD REAGENT

Grignard reagent (phenylmagnesium bromide) from bromobenzene and magnesium under anhydrous conditions, then reacts it with either benzophenone to form the tertiary alcohol triphenylmethanol or with carbon dioxide (dry ice) to form benzoic acid after acidic workup. The product was isolated by acid–base extraction, purified by crystallization, and characterized by melting point and IR spectroscopy.

SAPONIFICATION

Soap and detergent were prepared by first making soap through saponification of a triglyceride with sodium hydroxide to form fatty acid salts and glycerol, followed by isolation by salting out and filtration. A synthetic detergent was then prepared by sulfonation of lauryl alcohol with chlorosulfonic acid and neutralization to give sodium lauryl sulfate, and the cleaning properties of soap versus detergent are evaluated in different water conditions.

LUMINOL SYNTHESIS

Synthesized luminol (5-aminophthalhydrazide) from 3-nitrophthalic acid via hydrazide formation and nitro-group reduction, then demonstrates chemiluminescence by oxidizing luminol in basic solution to produce an electronically excited 3-aminophthalate dianion.
The excited product relaxes to the ground state with visible light emission, illustrating energy transfer, intersystem crossing, and fluorescence principles.

CRISPR

Conducted CRISPR-related molecular biology experiments involving DNA purification, oligonucleotide processing, Golden Gate cloning, plasmid assembly, transformation into competent E. coli, selective colony growth, and evaluation of recombinant genetic constructs for genome editing applications.

PERCH FISH DISSECTION

Examined structures such as the fins, scales, gills, heart, liver, stomach, intestines, swim bladder, kidneys, reproductive organs, and skeletal system to study fish anatomy and function.

OYSTER DISSECTION

Oyster dissection lab involved examining the anatomy of a bivalve mollusk, including the shell, mantle, gills, adductor muscles, labial palps, digestive gland, stomach, intestine, gonads, and foot to study oyster structure and function.

CO2 INCUBATION FOR CLONNING

The avian embryology lab involved incubating developing chicken embryos under controlled temperature, humidity, and gas conditions (including monitored CO₂ environments when applicable), while observing embryonic growth, tissue development, viability, and developmental stages rather than performing true chicken cloning procedures. Also perfomed the decelul

LEAF DECELLULARIZATION

Removed plant cells from leaves using chemical treatments (commonly detergents such as SDS) to leave behind the cellulose vascular scaffold, which was then examined as a potential biomaterial for tissue engineering, cell attachment, and future growth of mammalian cells due to its vein-like structure and porous support network.

SQUID DISSECTION

The squid dissection lab involved examining the anatomy of a cephalopod mollusk, including the mantle, fins, arms, tentacles, suckers, beak, siphon, gills, branchial hearts, systemic heart, digestive gland, stomach, ink sac, gonads, brain, and nervous system structures to study squid physiology and function.

EARTHWORM DISSECTION

The earthworm dissection lab involved examining the anatomy of an annelid worm, including the prostomium, mouth, pharynx, crop, gizzard, intestine, aortic arches (“hearts”), dorsal and ventral blood vessels, seminal vesicles, seminal receptacles, nephridia, clitellum, and segmented body structure to study earthworm physiology and function.

MUSHROOM CULTIVATION

Performed a two-week mushroom cultivation lab involved growing and monitoring Maitake and Lion's Mane mushrooms by preparing growth substrates, inoculating cultures, maintaining controlled temperature and humidity conditions, observing mycelial colonization, recording growth rates and morphology, and analyzing fruiting body development, contamination, and cultivation performance over time.

SHARK DISSECTION

Examined anatomical structures such as the fins, gills, heart, liver, stomach, intestines, spiral valve, kidneys, reproductive organs, and cartilaginous skeleton to study shark physiology and adaptations.

BAT DISSECTION

Examined the major anatomical parts including the wings (patagium), forelimbs and hindlimbs, head and sensory organs, muscles, heart, lungs, liver, stomach, intestines, kidneys, reproductive organs, and skeletal structure to study their anatomy and adaptations for flight.

PLANARIA

Performed a lab involving observing microscope slides and live growing specimens to study their anatomy, movement, regeneration abilities, and responses to environmental conditions.

SHEEP'S BRAIN

Examined external and internal brain structures, such as the cerebrum, cerebellum, brainstem, corpus callosum, and ventricles, to study mammalian nervous system anatomy.

BIOMATERIALS

Studied biomaterials jewelry lab involved designing and fabricating jewelry pieces using biological and bio-inspired materials while analyzing material properties, biocompatibility, texture, aesthetics, sustainability, and fabrication methods such as molding, casting, shaping, resin embedding, and surface treatment techniques.

RAT DISSECTION

Examined external features and internal organs, including the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, intestines, kidneys, reproductive organs, and skeletal muscles, to study mammalian anatomy and physiology.

PIG DISSECTION & MUMMIFICATION

Dissected pigs and examined the external anatomy and internal organ systems, including the heart, lungs, liver, digestive tract, kidneys, and reproductive structures, to study mammalian physiology and development.

LIVER DISSECTION

Examined the external structure, lobes, blood vessels, and internal tissue organization to study liver anatomy and its role in metabolism, detoxification, and digestion.

FROG DISSECTION

Studied external anatomy and internal organs, including the heart, lungs, liver, stomach, intestines, kidneys, and reproductive system, to study vertebrate anatomy and physiology.

LOBSTER DISSECTION

Analyzed external structures and internal organs, including the exoskeleton, gills, digestive system, heart, muscles, and nervous system, to study crustacean anatomy and adaptations.

GRASSHOPPER DISSECTION

Observed external features and internal structures such as the exoskeleton, digestive system, tracheal tubes, reproductive organs, and nervous system to study insect anatomy and physiology.

OCTOPUS

Examined external and internal anatomy, including the mantle, arms, suckers, beak, siphon, gills, branchial hearts, systemic heart, digestive tract, ink sac, gonads, brain, and nervous system structures.

SNAIL

Studied the anatomy of a gastropod mollusk, including structures such as the shell, mantle, muscular foot, tentacles, radula, digestive gland, stomach, intestine, heart, and respiratory organs to study molluscan body organization and function.

ASCARIS DISSECTION

Dissected male and female ascaris and examined external and internal anatomy, including the mouth, cuticle, reproductive organs (testis, vas deferens, uterus, ovaries), intestine, genital pores, and differences in body shape and tail structure between the sexes.

SEA URCHINS

Studied Sea urchins are marine invertebrates belonging to the phylum Echinodermata and class Echinoidea. They are related to starfish and sand dollars.

STARFISH

Dissected a starfish to analyse echinoderm anatomy, including the arms, central disc, tube feet, water vascular system, madreporite, radial canals, stomachs, pyloric caeca, gonads, and oral and aboral surfaces to study structure and function.

PIG HEART

Studied the anatomy of a preserved pig heart by identifying structures such as the aorta, pulmonary trunk, atria, ventricles, vena cava, coronary vessels, septum, and valves, while tracing the flow of blood and examining similarities between pig and human cardiovascular systems.

SHEEP HEART

Examined the anatomy of a preserved sheep heart to identify major structures such as the aorta, pulmonary artery, left and right ventricles, atria, septum, vena cava, and heart valves, while studying blood flow pathways and comparing mammalian cardiovascular structure and function.

PORIFERA

Examined sponges (phylum Porifera) to study their body structure, symmetry, pores (ostia), water canal systems, and feeding mechanisms, often using preserved specimens and microscopy to observe features such as spicules, oscula, and internal support structures while discussing their role as simple filter-feeding aquatic animals.

On April 14th, 2026 I was present at the 2026 Research Excellence Exhibit at NYU Tandon doing live demonstrations of basic chemical reactions involving fast electron donating reactions along with explaining what the NYU CHEM-E-CAR VIP TEAM is and how others can get involved.

April 15th, 2026: Me? Again at the Kavaler Gala Award Ceremony! Thank you Dr. Rolland, Tommy, Kevin and the Chemist club chapter for another successful evening Congrats to Telly Zachariades for his achievements.

April 8th, 2025: What a fantastic evening at the Kavaler Gala Award Ceremony. Thank you Andrea and The Chemists Club for being such great hosts and Congrats to Dr. Ilham Kadri for her amazing achievements.

December 5th, 2024: What a fantastic evening at the Egg Nog Award Ceremony. Thank you Andrea and The Chemists Club for being such great hosts and Congrats to Dr. Yvonne Van de Laan for her fantastic achievements.

From Oct 19th till Oct 21st I had the opportunity to once again attend the BRASA SUMMIT AMERICAS. A joyful time with guest speakers, friends and workshops. 2025.

On March 1st, 2025 I had the amazing opportunity to attend the Fungi Festival 2025! It was a lot of fun! I ate a variety of dishes with different types of mushrooms, they were delicious and learned about mushroom bio art.

Attended the 6th Annual Battery Conference hosted by AICHE in New York University. I had the opportunity to learn about multiple growing industry on key leads of battery research. December 9th, 2024.

November 9th, 2024: I would like to thank Tommy from The Chemist's club, eleslie Lab and other start up projects founders along with Nucleate and Lambda for providing the infrastructure for this hackathon.

September 5th, 2024: CybertechNYC a conference that I would recommend to anyone interest in the latest topics AI in Cybersecurity.

November 10th, 2023. CSAW is a yearly conference hosted by NYU and it attracts some of the greatest talents in cyber security in the upper east region. I got to meet many teams and contestants in CSAW's annual competition and learn about a variety of tools that assist me today.

Nov 1st, 2023. My first time at Annual AICHE Conference. What an eye opener into endless fields of industry. Made many friends and learned more than I could ever image.

On October 14th and 16th, 2023. I made a trip that made me feel home again. I got see many of my old high school classmates at the BRASA SUMMIT AMERICAS in Washington DC. Learned a bunch from guest speakers and had some free time to wonder around the Capitol Hill.

On October 13th, 2023. I met my Marista school brother at the NYC Comic Con. I got to explore around and meet awesome celebrities. We ended the evening with a fanstatic class of Majong provided by some pro players at the conference.

What an incredible experience at the Congresso Internacional de Medicina hosted by UPRA university in Luanda. Made great friends and learned a lot from guest speakers. Jul 6th, 2023.

Explendid time at my First AICHE conference. On April 23rd, 2023 I had the opportunity to travel along with the NYU CHEM-E-CAR & NYU AICHE Chapter to Virginia Tech where we competed at the Chem E Car Competition.

STEM

Multiple Award Winner in SECME competitions. 5-year consecutive wins on magnetic generator competitions hosted by FPL. AASHTO qualifier and 1st place county winner on TRAC Bridge Challenge. 3rd place Vex Robotics, Qualified for nationals. President of AHS's STEM club. Mentored in Water bottle rocket, bionic hand, mouse trap cars, Coding, and CO2 car tank competitions. Lead the organization to be placed 2 times 1st place in overall competitions.

Intern Certificate at RefriAngo

Test the quality of beverage samples for production and input data into the company's system. Write reports about the manufacturing process of alcoholic drinks, water, and soda. Utilize Solid Works and AutoCAD for the understanding of efficient line of production arrangement.

Intern Certificate at Motorola

Create a solution for school safety within Motorola resources. Show case product in final evaluation with financial plan to put into market. Team placed 2nd overall; more than 100 interns participated in the program. Team overperfomed MIT and Columbia University engineers.

Intern Certificate at Imosul

General engineering intern. Install networks across the company's facilities, repair broken machinery, enhance company's safety system with the implementation of worker identification and geolocation management system. Negotiate with suppliers and creating financial records.

Intern Certificate at RentBrella

Build a strategy with the purpose of acquiring new customers to the company's application service. Speak with their marketing team and company representatives to understand their needs. Present solutions within their means.