Home Institution: Yale University
Research Project: Search for Dark Matter
UW Mentor(s): Gray Rybka, Leslie Rosenberg

Q: What are your physics/science interests?
I am interested in both particle physics and astrophysics. Prior to the REU program my research has included looking for evidence of microlensing events in exoplanet searches.

Q: What are your other interests?
I build rockets and fly planes with the Yale Undergraduate Aerospace Association. In my spare time, I enjoy reading science fiction and designing games.

Q: What would you like to do after college?
I plan to go to graduate school to obtain a PhD in physics.

Q: Tell us one strange but interesting fact about yourself.
In eighth grade, I pulled a water fountain off of a wall.

Q: What first sparked your interest in Physics?
Science has long interested me. I find physics particularly fascinating as it provides a peek into the fundamental rules that govern the universe.

Q: If you could have any pet what would it be?
A very cuddly T-Rex.

Q: If you had a free month and unlimited funds, how would you spend your time?
If I had unlimited funds, I would take a trip to space (and back).

Q: If you could get a grant to study anything what would it be?
I would study artificial general intelligence, the technology with the most potential to revolutionize human civilization.