At the German Cancer Research Center in Heidelberg, my current research focuses on exploring neuroscience-guided therapeutic strategies against glioblastoma, investigating how the neural-like behaviors of these cancer cells enable their proliferation and therapeutic resistance. Previously, I studied how dysfunctional myelin and glial perturbations exacerbate Alzheimer's disease pathologies at the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences in Göttingen. More broadly, I am fascinated by the dynamics of cell communication and signal transduction, and how these processes are disrupted in disease contexts.
Previously, I reported on science and technology advances across Asia for a Singapore-based STEM media company. As a communicator, I strive to deliver powerful and engaging stories that disentangle the complex dynamics of systems, capture the cumulative and experimental nature of science, and shed light on contemporary issues in science and society. In a freelance capacity, I have continued to hone my skills in writing, editing, and publishing, while taking on new roles involving event organization, social media marketing, and management.
I am also actively involved in science outreach efforts, including mentoring aspiring Filipino scientists through GradMAP Philippines and organizing events that bring scientists closer to community stakeholders (soon-to-launch through Ologist in 2026). These engagements reflect my overarching vision to foster science literacy and improve access to education for underrepresented groups, as well as my desire to contribute to creating more conducive environments where both curiosity-driven and impact-focused science can thrive.
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