I am a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science and Program Director for the Data Science M.S. and Certificate programs in the Science Academy, CMNS at UMD. I teach undergraduate and graduate data science courses across both the department and the Science Academy. My research focuses on advancing machine learning and computational biology, with a growing interest in ethical AI in data science education. In 2025, I also served as Administrative and Academic Lead for the Break Through Tech Instructional Hub, collaborating with Cornell Tech’s Break Through Tech AI program to broaden access to AI education.

My primary research focus on developing generative AI models to learn and sample protein tertiary structures, linking structure to function and generating realistic models beyond static views.

My research also explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into academic courses, focusing on their potential benefits for students and the overall learning process.