Interdisciplinary Science

Life is more fun on the boundaries.

Physics

The physical laws that govern the universe, with an emphasis on quantum and statistical mechanics.

Data Science

 Data science for physics, using simulations and machine learning to understand the fundamental laws of nature.
I talk all about my love of interdisciplinary science and the false STEM-humanities dichotomy in this Fellow Profile from the 2019 DEIXIS magazine:

facilitating learning

Equity in STEM

Academia in general and STEM fields in particular have a long way to go towards creating a welcoming environment where women, LGBTQ folks, BIPOC, and other underrepresented groups can thrive. We all have a responsibility to listen, learn, and be part of the solution.
Building Balance:
​tools and resources for effective work and a reflective life.

About Me

​I am an assistant professor of physics and statistical and data sciences at Smith College. Previously, I was a postdoctoral research associate at Boston University in the physics department and the Hariri Institute for Computing. I earned my PhD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I was a Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellow and a William Neal Reynolds fellow in the Royster Society of Fellows. My research is in computational and data science methods in many-body quantum mechanics.

​I also work on issues of diversity and equity in STEM, with an emphasis on improving representation and support of women, LGBTQ folks, BIPOC, and other underrepresented groups in STEM. When I'm not working in STEM and STEM-related pursuits, you can find me running, cooking, practicing photography, or writing.
​I love to hear from students and people who are interested in physics, computing, or equity in STEM. Feel free to send me an email. You can also follow me on Twitter. For information about my books, check out my author website.