Research

Supernovae with JWST

I am leading several JWST programs to obtain novel infrared (IR) spectra of white dwarf supernovae. The IR behavior and evolution of supernovae can distinguish between origin scenarios.

Photometry & Spectroscopy

I analyze the light curve and spectroscopic evolution of supernovae in the UV, optical, & IR. This observational data holds a wealth of information about the physical properties of a supernova.

TARDIS Modeling

I model supernova spectra using TARDIS, a radiative transfer code, to reconstruct the ejected material's structure and composition.

Observing with Telescopes

I observe the night sky with telescopes. I have experience planning, executing, and reducing supernova spectroscopy with JWST, the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT), and Keck LRIS+NIRES.

Teaching & Outreach

Rutgers University

TA for PHY 115/116 – Extended Analytical Physics. Grader for PHY 341 – Introduction to Astrophysics

The Westminster Schools

Taught 9th grade physics and honors physics. Helped coach state-champion FIRST robotics team.

Phillips Academy, Andover

Instructor in Physics at elite boarding school. Taught Physics and Astronomy courses.

Summer Science Program

TA for 6-week program for high-school students to calculate the orbital elements of a near-earth asteroid from original observations.

Caltech

Undergraduate TA for PHY 6 - Intermediate Physics Lab.

Outreach

Nuture Thru Nature at New Brunswick Middle School, ESL class through Literacy New Jersey.