About me

I grew up in Eastern Washington, surrounded by wheat fields and apple orchards. My grandpa owned a small fertilizer business and when I was young he would take me on trips to check on his customers' fields with him. Those experiences taught me an early appreciation for agriculture, soils, and plants. I got my research start through summer internships at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, which inspired me to pursue a career in science. Over time I’ve developed data science skills which excite me as much as the soils and microorganisms that lead me to them.

My main hobbies include pottery, reading, roleplaying games with friends, and taking my spoiled cats on walks. My husband and I often go on hikes to catalog any and all of the plants, mushrooms, and animals that we can find on iNaturalist.

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