Hi, I'm Natalie!

I like to build community, run marathons, and solve math problems.

I'm a creative and goal-oriented problem solver driven by my desire to make the world a better place. I'm especially interested in the link between healthcare and technology.

Currently, I’m based in Boulder, CO. I study tendon mechanics and am working to develop potential therapies for tendinopathy in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Colorado. I take an interdisciplinary approach to all of my research projects, drawing from my background as both a lab scientist and a data scientist.

Outside of my primary role, I’m an artist, an athlete, and am always working on a number of other projects which you can learn more about on this website.

Portfolio

Experience

Background

Our team worked to improve the bioavailability and stability of early stage oncology drugs. We predicted how a drug will perform in the human body and designed formulations to enhance the drug product.

Role

I split my time 50/50 working in the lab investigating physicochemical properties of novel drugs and working as a data scientist on a project called the Molecular Trend Initiative.

Background

Similar to a resident assistant, Cultural Advisors support a specific dorm, but our goal is to strengthen our community through the appreciation of our differences. We hosted events to promote inclusion and acted as a resource for any residents who were struggling.

Role

I was a member of the team of Cultural Advisors, serving as the Head CA for my last two years in the program. I led the redesign of the CA program which has been implemented since I graduated. I developed programming to raise awareness about social issues that integrates effortlessly into student life.

Background

Employers and the healthcare system in Singapore often treat migrant workers unjustly simply because of their economic and migrant status. HealthServe is a Singaporean non-profit which helps migrant workers get back on their feet after workplace injuries.

Role

As a Communications and Engagement intern, I was responsible for building relationships with the migrant workers and understanding their individual cases. I wrote stories about the migrant workers and their experience, giving a voice to the workers who are invisible to most of Singapore and beginning to break down stigma by showing that they’re human too.

Skills

Languages

Spanish

Latin

Programming

R

Python

SQL

Mathematica

Excel

Java

HTML

General

data analytics

experimental design

research

data visualization

project organization

statistical analysis

This website only showcases a few highlights of my background and experience. For my resume or anything else, feel free to contact me. I'm always happy to talk.

Hi, I'm Natalie!

I like to build community, run marathons, and solve math problems.

Portfolio

Experience

Skills

Languages

Programming

General

More