My current research focuses on neuroscience-guided therapeutic strategies against glioblastoma, exploring the neural-like behaviors of these cancer cells as drivers of their proliferation and therapeutic resistance. I am affiliated with the German Cancer Research Center in Heidelberg, and previously completed my master's thesis at at the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences in Göttingen. There, I had investigated how dysfunctional myelin and glial perturbations exacerbate Alzheimer's disease pathologies. More broadly, I am fascinated by the dynamics of cell communication and signal transduction, and how these processes are disrupted in disease contexts.
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. I have reported on science and technology advances across Asia for a Singapore-based STEM media company. Now in a freelance capacity, I continue to hone my skills in writing, editing, and publishing, while taking on new roles involving event organization, social media marketing, and account 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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