Biography

I am a Research Scientist at the University of Washington in Dr. Gerard Cangelosi’s lab. I led the initial validation of oral swabs as an alternative specimen for tuberculosis diagnosis and detection in symptomatic adults. I have since worked to improve and diversify the methodology, train and mentor undergraduate and graduate students, foster collaborations with domestic and international research partners, and share our findings through publications and presentations. Our work on oral swabs has generated global interest, with numerous partners incorporating them into their studies and designing and manufacturing swab-specific testing platforms.