I hold an M.S. in Biomedical and Health Informatics from the University of Washington School of Medicine, where my work explored how technology can help people feel seen, heard, and cared for — both in healthcare and in education.

As both a researcher and educator, my work bridges biomedicine, communication, and inclusion — designing ways technology and learning environments can empower patients and students to take an active role in their own healing and growth.

Whether in a hospital room or a classroom, I believe curiosity and connection are key to well-being.

My Great-Grandmother was a traditional Mexican folk healer. Through the lens of medical anthropology and decolonial research methodologies, I've worked to collect an oral history of who she was, her healing methods, and the science behind them.

I’ve led hundreds of students through hands-on explorations in robotics, chemistry, engineering, and game design — helping learners see science as something alive, creative, and deeply human. My classes emphasize curiosity, collaboration, and confidence, inviting students to engage both their minds and imaginations.