I care about science communication and community building. Many of the most valuable things I have done outside the lab involve helping people who are not microbiologists understand what microbiologists actually do, or helping early career researchers find their footing.
Outreach
Outreach
Public science, science communication, and community building. Talks, podcasts, journal clubs, and projects that bring microbiology beyond the lab.
January 2025
Matters Microbial Podcast
microbe.tv
Guest on the podcast discussing the work performed during my PhD on multicellular magnetotactic bacteria and the techniques used to study them. Listen to the episode.
February 2021 to January 2024
Science Art Project
Montana State University, founder and organizer
A project that brings science to the community through the medium of art. Pairs scientists with artists to translate research questions and images into public-facing work.
August 2019 to January 2024
Astrobiology Journal Club
Montana State University, co-founder and president
A weekly journal club aimed at creating a collaborative astrobiology community on campus. Open to undergraduate and graduate students across departments.
January 2020 to January 2022
Chemistry and Biochemistry Graduate Student Association
Montana State University, co-chair
An association of graduate students that provides a supportive environment for graduate students, with peer mentoring, social events, and advocacy.
August 2019 to May 2020
STEM Storyteller Fellow
Montana State University
A multi-disciplinary fellowship program to improve science communication skills, with training in public speaking, writing, and visual communication.