Illumination Night at Smith College, 2024
I hold a B.A. in Neuroscience with a minor in Philosophy from Smith College. I am driven by a deep commitment to children––understanding their development and using science to advocate for the alleviation of their suffering. With this focus, I am exploring the fields of law, policy, medicine, and developmental cognitive neuroscience. Currently, I am interested in how neuroscience can inform law and policy to protect our youth. My current work as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate for Children (CASA) with Boston CASA reflects this interest.
Over the past three years, I worked as a research assistant at MIT in the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, immersed in developmental psychology and developmental cognitive neuroscience. I developed a strong foundation in the research process, learning from my wonderful mentors, labmates, and the children.
After graduating from Smith, I worked at Boston Children’s Hospital in the Department of Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, where I witnessed unwavering dedication to improving children’s health through clinical practice and innovative research.
In parallel with my work in science and medicine, I am expanding my musical world in the classical and global disciplines. Trained as a classical violist, I am studying piano, cello, and composition. My compositions, which are grounded in the classical tradition, draw inspiration from West African drumming, Celtic and Appalachian music, and Portuguese Fado.
My commitment to the well-being of children, in partnership with my musical practice, reflects my vision for a meaningful and integrated life.