About Me

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I am an astronomer and planetary scientist currently based at UCSD. Like most astronomers, I love space! I also really enjoy science fiction, and other stories and art inspired by our incredible universe. 

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I was born on the east coast of Canada in Nova Scotia. I obtained a degree in Physics at McMaster University in Ontario. During my undergraduate degree, I dabbled in materials science and lithium ion battery research before switching to astronomy as a summer student in my last year, where I worked under Ralph Pudritz modeling the interiors of small planets. 

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I obtained my PhD in Planetary Sciences at Caltech under advisor Heather Knutson. During my PhD, I focused on understanding what the composition and structure of giant planet atmospheres tells us about their formation history. I worked with a variety of techniques including both ground and space-based telescopes.

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Growing up on the east coast of Canada near so much pristine wilderness and beautiful dark night skies, it is not surprising I love both astronomy, and the outdoors. Outside of research, I love hiking, camping, reading, and drawing. I also two adorable cats named Timbit and Goose.