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I’m a UT Austin student nearing graduation, pursuing a dual degree: Bachelor of Science in Honors Biology and Bachelor of Arts in Plan II Honors, with a 4.0 GPA. I fuse scientific research with art and design, building scientific illustrations, children’s books, and open-access tools that help people see and understand the natural world. I also run Jing Books, intern with NOAA, mentor peers, and develop creative outreach projects to raise awareness about marine ecosystems and plastic pollution.
Beyond the studio, I design educational visuals, table at library events, and collaborate with researchers to communicate complex ideas clearly. My work spans lab experiments, field surveys, and hands-on fabrication of accessible micro-precision devices, always with a friendly, curious approach to learning and sharing knowledge.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Sole Proprietor / Author-Illustrator at Jing Books
June 1, 2021 - PresentFounded and managed a small business to publish and market the book Can You Sea Me?: A Children's Guide to Camouflage in the Ocean; organized book signings and author visits, and distributed to venues including Sundog Books, the Austin Public Library Shop, and other outlets.
Intern / Scientific Illustrator at NOAA Graphic Design Internship
May 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024Produced concept habitat diagrams and educational graphics; collaborated with ecologists and archaeologists for scientific accuracy; helped create visuals for ocean conservation themes, including species-focused posters.
Research Assistant at The Cummins Lab, University of Texas at Austin
May 1, 2024 - PresentCo-authored and conducted two of five assays in a year-long study on mosquitofish behavior; developed a 3D-printed, open-access precision device to produce standardized microplastics; created scientific illustrations and experimental setups for publications; pursuing an independent project on retention and localization of microplastics in goldfish.
Research Assistant at The Phelps Lab, Washington State University
May 1, 2025 - PresentREU recipient; designed and implemented studies on calcium-sensing receptor knockout effects on cardiac responses under hypoxic conditions in rainbow trout; conducted electrocardiography and micro-CT experiments.
Research Assistant at Boston University Fiji Coral & Fish Survey Study
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Designed and co-conducted a coral- and fish-survey study across five Fiji Marine Protected Areas; coordinated with local ecologists and archaeologists; prepared visual materials to summarize findings for public dissemination.
Council Member / Intern / Fellowship Recipient at Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs
December 1, 2023 - PresentMentored fellowship recipients, managed media, and contributed to contest and fellowship oversight as part of a council of 14 students in a leading environmental youth program for the arts.
Author / Vendor at Austin Public Library Book Fest
August 1, 2024 - PresentParticipated in the Austin Public Library’s annual Book Fest; hosted talks, introduced children to the science of camouflage in the ocean, and managed sales and engagement with local authors.
Instructor at Art Lessons
April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2025Taught digital and traditional art skills to students from elementary to middle school; used classical art techniques to teach form, shading, and hyperrealism.
REU Recipient at Phelps Lab, Washington State University
May 1, 2025 - PresentDesigned and implemented study—Effects of Calcium-sensing Receptor Gene Knockout on Cardiac Response to Hypoxic Conditions in Rainbow Trout; conducted electrocardiography & micro CT experiments.
Researcher at Cummins Lab, University of Texas at Austin
May 1, 2024 - PresentDesigned and conducted two of five assays in a year-long study; co-authoring work on mosquitofish behavior; developed a step-saving, open-access, 3D-printable precision device for producing standardized microplastics; created scientific illustrations; pursuing an independent project investigating retention & localization of microplastics in goldfish.
Research Assistant at Coral & Fish Survey Study, Boston University Fiji
July 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024Designed and co-conducted a coral survey across five Fiji Marine Protected Areas.
Author-Illustrator at Jing Books
June 1, 2021 - PresentFounded & ran a small business to publish Can You Sea Me?: A Children’s Guide to Camouflage in the Ocean; produced stationery, traditional artwork, and underwater photography; conducted book signings + author visits; distributed via SunDog Books (SeaSide, FL), Austin Public Library Shop, and 10 others.
Intern/Scientific Illustrator at NOAA Graphic Design Internship
May 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024Produced conceptual habitat diagrams; worked with local ecologists and archaeologists for scientific accuracy; collaborated with an Indigenous translator to create a poster of native wildlife.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Honors Biology at The University of Texas at Austin
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2027Bachelor of Arts in Plan II Honors at The University of Texas at Austin
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2027Bachelor of Science in Honors Biology + Bachelor of Arts in Plan II Honors at The University of Texas at Austin
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2027Qualifications
FRI Fellowship Grantee
September 1, 2024 - December 15, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other, Non-Profit Organization
Experience Level
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