Research Assistant at Washington University in St. Louis

Synthesized and tested metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), generating experimental datasets to support AI models predicting material performance based on chemical structure. Translated lab results into structured inputs for predictive modeling, enabling data-driven evaluation of new MOF designs. Collaborated with medical school researchers to explore interdisciplinary applications of MOFs in healthcare settings.

Applied Researcher Intern at BLG Shanghai

Led rapid iteration cycles by preparing daily test formulations and integrating feedback from internal stakeholders and clients. Developed and optimized low-calorie colloid formulations aligned with growing market demand for zero-sugar, low-cost food products. Delivered 4 client-facing projects, co-invented and launched brand new food products. Conducted rheological and physicochemical testing, generating structured datasets to guide iterative formulation improvements.

Researcher at Independent Study on Pathogen Growth Under Solar Shading

Independently designed and executed a research project on agrivoltaics and pathogen prevalence in lettuce, defining the research question, experimental approach, and analytical framework from scratch. Scoped and managed a complex end-to-end study by breaking a broad research problem into discrete workstreams, including literature review, experimental design, field execution, lab testing, data analysis, and final synthesis. Conducted bench-scale experiments and analyzed pathogen prevalence using PCR-based biotechnology, evaluating the feasibility of agrivoltaics framework in conventional lettuce farming.