Titanic Disaster Human Factors Analysis
HFACS-based incident investigation of human error, communication breakdowns, and organizational failures.
4 min read
Human Factors & UX Research Professional
Engineering Human-Centered Systems
I bridge psychology, technology, and design to create accessible, safe, and effective human-system interactions.
DOT VR Research
Medical Device UX
AI Alignment
Experienced in
UX Design
15+
Projects Completed
5
Research Papers
3
Years Experience
Portfolio & Experience
Explore projects, education, and professional milestones.
GMU Library Website Redesign
Research-driven UX overhaul including usability testing, competitive analysis, and heuristic evaluation.
5 min read
Bigbelly Waste Management Partnership
User-centered research and human-system integration with adopted stakeholder recommendations.
3 min read
UMass-Amherst Human Performance Lab
Unity 3D VR bicycle simulator enhancements for DOT safety studies; presented at symposium.
6 min read
Mason Commutes App
Native iOS/Android concept to connect GMU commuters and reduce isolation.
4 min read
Focus Guardian – Mobile Control
4-screen companion app for a browser extension with dashboard, timers, and insights.
3 min read
FOCUS Mobile App
Minimalist social app (6+ screens) with feed, analytics, messaging, and app timer.
5 min read
AuraFlex Smartwatch + Companion
Wearable + mobile experience: Zen Mode, AR Wardrobe Sync, Voice Commands, Posture Alerts.
7 min read
"Shark Tank" Innovation Pitch
End-to-end design thinking: lean canvas, validation, and storytelling.
4 min read
Field Study Assignment
Observational research & contextual inquiry to uncover unmet needs.
3 min read
Design Thinking Mini-Projects
Empathy maps, POVs, HMWs, and rapid prototyping in five sprints.
5 min read
The FOCUS Ecosystem
Minimalist platform with daily post limits + Focus Guardian interventions.
4 min read
AuraFlex Product Ecosystem
Customizable wearables with voice-first interface and accessibility at core.
6 min read
The Sunlight Project
Positive social app using "rays" gamification for constructive engagement.
5 min read
Anime Recommender Website
Clean UI with robust filters (genre, themes, year) for discovery.
3 min read
PLTW Engineering
CAD, prototyping, and problem-solving foundation for human factors career.
4 min read
2017 – 2021
St. Charles High School Dual Enrollment
Project Lead the Way Engineering & Computer Science
Advanced Placement with 17 AP courses + Civil Engineering.
- Intro to Engineering Design (3 years)A
- Principles of EngineeringA
- Civil Engineering & ArchitectureA
- Computer Science (Python, Java, C++)A
- Digital ElectronicsA
- Engineering Capstone / Senior ProjectA
- AP Physics 1 & 2A
- AP Calculus AB/BCA
- AP StatisticsA
- AP Computer Science AA
Skills Gained
CAD, prototyping, 3D modeling, iterative design, applied physics, logic/circuits, Python/Java/C++, data-driven design, project management.
AI-Alignment Transfer
Systems ThinkingAlgorithmic ReasoningTechnical Prototyping
2020 – 2021
College of Southern Maryland Dual Enrollment
20 transfer credits accepted by GMU — College courses taken during high school.
- Accounting ElectiveA
- Computer Science ElectiveA
- PrecalculusA
- Analytic Geometry & Calculus IA
- Logic & Critical ThinkingA
- Basic Concepts in PsychologyA
Skills Gained
Financial modeling, data organization, advanced coding, formal logic, functions/derivatives, analytical reasoning, cognitive theory.
AI-Alignment Transfer
Formal LogicMathematical ModelingCognitive Foundations
2021 – 2025
George Mason University
BS Psychology — Human Factors / Applied Cognition; Minor: Design Thinking
Core Psychology & Human Factors
- Statistics in PsychologyA
- Research MethodsA
- Cognitive PsychologyA
- Human Factors PsychologyA
- Biopsychology & LabA
- Applied Cross-Cultural PsychologyA
- Developmental PsychologyA
- Mystery, Madness, and MurderA
- Revitalizing Endangered LanguagesA
- Advanced Topics in Human FactorsA
- Psychology in the CommunityA
Design Thinking Minor
- Drawing IA
- Mobile App DesignA
- Design in the Modern WorldA
- Design Thinking CapstoneA
- History of Graphic DesignA
Additional Relevant Courses
- General Biology & LabsA
- Cell Structure and FunctionA
- Introduction to NeuroscienceA
- Introduction to NutritionA
- Fundamentals of CommunicationA
- Advanced Composition (Multidisciplinary)A
- Professional & Technical WritingA
- Philosophy and LiteratureA
- Intro to Childhood StudiesA
- Introductory SociologyA
- Practicum in Educational PsychologyA
Skills Gained
Experimental design, surveys, inferential statistics (SPSS/regression), attention/memory/perception, ergonomics & error analysis, psychophysiology, cultural UX, high-fidelity prototyping, human-centered design, technical communication.
AI-Alignment Transfer
Human Behavior Modeling
Cognitive Architecture
Cross-Cultural UX
Human-Centered AI
Ethical Reasoning
Cognitive Science & Psychology
Attention, memory, perception mechanisms; neural basis of cognition; developmental & cross-cultural psychology; ergonomics & error analysis.
Research Methods & Statistics
Controlled studies, IRB, psychometrics; SPSS & regression; qualitative + quantitative triangulation; data ethics & reproducibility.
Technical & Design Skills
Engineering principles (CAD/prototyping), UI/UX, Python/Java/C++, data viz; design systems & accessibility (WCAG 2.2 AA+).
Work in Progress
Medical Device Software Research
Usability & safety improvements in high-stakes interfaces focusing on human error reduction.
AI Alignment Framework
Evaluation framework to keep AI systems aligned with nuanced human values across contexts.
Human-Centered Design Patterns
Reusable patterns prioritizing human factors, especially in healthcare and safety-critical applications.
Professional Experience
Human Factors Research Assistant
George Mason University • 2022–Present — User studies, usability testing, HCI publications.
UX Design & Research Consultant
Bigbelly Solar • Spring 2023 - Through the first cohort of the "Advanced Topics in Human Factors" course, I redesigned app interfaces (frontend and backend) with a focus on intuitive interaction design and edge cases.
VR Development Fellow
UMass-Amherst HPL • Summer 2022 — Unity VR for DOT research on cyclist safety.
Certifications & Development
HFES Student Member UXPA Member Certified Usability Analyst (In Progress)
Completed
- Organizational Science Institute Research Fellow - UNCC/li>
- UX Research Methods — Nielsen Norman Group
- UX Design & Research — Google x Coursera
- Advanced Topics in Human Factors - GMU
Talks & Posters
- HFES Annual Meeting 2023 — Medical Device Usability (Poster)
- GMU Research Symposium 2022 — VR Bicycle Simulator
Specialized Skills Focus
Medical Device & Healthcare
UsabilityHuman ErrorFDAHeuristics
AI & Technology
Human-AI InteractionAlignmentEthical DesignBehavioral Modeling
Research Methods
Experimental DesignStatisticsQualitativeSurveyData Viz
Skills & Expertise
Multidisciplinary strengths across psychology, design, and engineering.
Cognitive Science
Human information processing, attention & memory, decision-making, perception & psychophysics, mental models.
UX Research & Design
Usability testing, heuristic evaluation, interviews, personas, wireframes & high-fidelity prototyping.
Data Analysis
Statistical analysis, experimental design, R/Python, data visualization, survey design.
AI & Technology
Human-AI interaction, AI alignment research, ethical design, Python, ML concepts.
About Me
Human-centered design with technical depth and research rigor.
I am a Human Factors specialist with roots in engineering and psychology. I build systems that reduce cognitive load and elevate accessibility—especially in healthcare and AI-driven products.
My approach blends scientific methods (validity, reliability, statistical power) with design excellence (clear hierarchy, strong contrast, and color-blind-safe palettes).
Get in Touch
Available for select consulting and full-time opportunities.
Location
Washington, DC
*Willing to relocate.
Education
George Mason University