My research focuses on developing innovative approaches that may one day help combat cancers such as leukemia. I specialize in liquid phase separation and bioseparations, fields that have the potential to efficiently separate cancerous proteins from healthy ones, essentially creating biological filtration methods to target disease. My current research on protein purification has been conducted using E. coli bacteria, and the success of these studies has motivated me to explore applications in mammalian cells. As a scientist with training in both biology and chemical engineering, I am passionate about applying my expertise to research that can make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

A significant part of my work involves mentoring undergraduate students at St. Francis College. Through hands-on participation in research projects, students gain valuable laboratory experience and often become co-authors on resulting publications. I completed postgraduate research at Princeton University, where I continue to maintain collaborative research connections. I have also established partnerships with Brookhaven National Laboratory and am an active member of the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE), an organization dedicated to increasing participation and representation of underrepresented groups in chemistry and chemical engineering.

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