Outreach & Science Communication
I communicate astronomy to audiences ranging from elementary school students to policymakers, using public talks, writing, hands-on demonstrations, and policy work. I received formal training in science communication through the ComSciCon Flagship Workshop (2023) and the UCR Science to Policy certificate program.
Public Talks
I translate my research into accessible stories for general audiences, such as framing intermediate-mass black holes as the "middle child" of black holes at Astronomy on Tap Austin (2026). I have also spoken at Nerd Nite Austin (2025) and the Riverside Astronomical Society (2024). At UT Austin's Reel Science screening of Fireball (2025) I led a "So You Want to Be a Scientist" discussion for young attendees and answered audience questions after the film.
Writing & Media
For two years I wrote for Astrobites, condensing current research papers into short articles for students and the public. I have also discussed my path into astrophysics as a guest on the CosmicVoice@Spaceonova podcast.
Hands-On Engagement with Young Learners
I taught astronomy to under-served and military-connected children ages 6–15 at UCR's Camp Highlander, and demonstrated infrared cameras to elementary and middle school students on Hawaiʻi Island through the Pilina and Kōkua Initiative, which builds community relationships rooted in Hawaiian values (press release). For three years I also ran public telescope nights at UCR and Riverside-area schools.
Science Policy
I co-authored a policy memo on anticipatory diplomacy in outer space, published by the Federation of American Scientists' Day One Project after my team won first place in the NSPN/Duke Space Diplomacy Hackathon. I later chaired the curriculum and events committee for UCR Science to Policy for over three years, helping run the annual certificate course that trains STEM PhD students to communicate with policymakers.