Research & Work
Harvard University - Clarke Lab
The research in the Harvard engineering department includes a variety of topics, and because Harvard is an incredibly collaborative environment, this has lead to me being involved on numerous projects over the past 5 years. This has given me experience with many aspects of materials science, and mechanical engineering, electronics, finite element analysis (FEA) in multiple softwares, design, fabrication, biomechanics, robotics, and more. I have lead projects on artificial muscles, object manipulation, variable-stiffness device testing, pumps, and swimming devices to name a few. In my role, I have performed the hands-on research as well as managed other students and projects to ensure quality, on-time results were achieved.
Fusion Engineering - Mechanical Engineering Intern
I worked on consulting cases involving performing testing and analysis for litigation largely relating to system and failures in mechanical designs, such as vehicle fuel tanks, commercial ladders, and truck hitches to name a few.
Harvard University - Lauder Lab
I researched for two summers in the Lauder Lab performing testing with a custom-built water flow tank. I performed testing to show the hydrodynamic benefits of 3D-printed shark skin foils. I additionally performed Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) testing to assess the hydrodynamic benefits of fish schooling.
Northwestern University - Computational Solid Mechanics Lab
My research, in conjunction with Ford Motor Company, involved assessing Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer for use in future vehicles, as a strong, lightweight material alternative to steel.
University of Notre Dame - Roeder Research Lab
I contributed on a project to evaluate the relationship between bone mineralization, bone porosity, and bone fracture. This related to a project focused on determining the best approach for treating those with osteoporosis.
Additional Experience:
- Co-Founder of Materials Science & Mechanical Engineering Graduate Organization
- Teaching Fellow for Materials Design and Selection at Harvard University for two semesters
- Teaching Fellow for Thermodynamics at the University of Notre Dame
- Teaching Fellow for Intro to Engineering Computing at the University of Notre Dame
- Doland Engineering - Construction Field Technician
- Harvard Dudley Athletics Fellow for 4 years
Awards and Honors:
- Awarded National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship
- Received Distinction for Teaching for Materials Design and Selection
- 1 of 9 Valedictorian candidates at the University of Notre Dame
- Awarded Jerome L. Novotny Design Award in Heat Transfer
- Earned the Zahm Prize for Mechanical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame
- Awarded the Flatley Center for Undergraduate Scholarly Engagement Grant