About Me
I am a Postdoctoral Researcher based at Georgia Tech and working with Tufts University. In my research I use numerical modeling to study the coupled dynamics of glacier calving, ice mélange, and the ocean within polar fjords, including melting and fluid drag from icebergs. My PhD was focused on Antarctic Ice Streams and their lateral boundaries. I discovered my passion for exploring and understanding the natural world when I was young through hiking day trips, backpacking at summer camp, and through scouting. In high school, I was drawn to math and physics and how these subjects could be used to explain the dynamics of the world around me. In undergrad, I continued my journey with a BS in Physics while also applying this physics tool set to the natural world, earning an MS in geophysics.
I now work with Becca Jackson (Tufts) and Alex Robel (Georgia Tech) focusing on ocean-mélange-glacier interactions in Greenlandic fjords on the GLACIOME project. I am excited to broaden my academic experience working with ocean modeling. I additionally am very excited to join the vibrant cryosphere community at these institutions.
I hope to continue my career as an educator, aiming to provide accessible, engaging and enjoyable learning opportunities to students. I have developed and practiced this as a teaching assistant in Geophysics, teaching apprenticeships in the Stanford Outdoor Adventure program, and through engaging with the Center for Teaching and Learning.