Physics & Information Systems Student Research Assistant —
About Me
I am a dual-degree student at Loyola University Chicago pursuing a B.S. in Physics and a B.B.A. in Information Systems & Business Analytics graduating in May of 2026.
I am currently researching lightning dynamics and terrestrial-gamma-flashes (TGFs) at Loyola with Dr. Rasha Abbasi for the Telescope Array Project. Quantative problem solving and making sense out of complex data is a passion I am trying to pursue.
Experience
Physics Researcher (Fellowship)
Loyola University Chicago | Jan 2025 – Present
I research Lightning Dynamics and Terrestrial Gamma-ray Flashes (TGFs). TGFs are brief, intense burst of high-energy light (gamma rays) that happens in the Earth’s atmosphere, usually inside or above a thunderstorm. I am lucky enough to conduct research on these events. Some things I have done for this project:
- Automate spectroscopic analysis technique to process high volumes of visual observations quickly
- Developed an interface to simplify the plotting techniques used to present results.
- Analyzed high-speed phantom video data to study breakdown mechanisms in atmospheric electricity.
- Utilized Python for data analysis to correlate gamma-ray bursts with lightning leader development.
- Co-authored a manuscript currently in review and currently working on another.
A detailed summary of this work can be seen in my projects page
Summer Intern Insurance Broker
Marsh | June 2025 – Aug 2025
Last summer I interned at the largest insurance brokerage in the world, Marsh, as a summer associate where I learnt the ins and outs of the comercial insurance industry. I was placed in the Middle-Market Casualty team, where I gained experience understanding coverages, negotiating with underwriters, and helping submit policies during the 7/1 busy season.
Lead Writing Center Tutor
Loyola University Chicago | Sept 2023 – Dec 2024
I started at the writing center my third semester of college, where I shared my writing expertise and gave feedback students on their assignments. I was then promoted to lead tutor, giving me additional responsibilites such as training and menotring new employees, as well as promoting the center at campus events. I stepped down to spend time on Physics research, but enjoyed my time greatly in this role. I learnt so much about how to communicate effectively and share ideas in a constructive manner.
Physics Tutor
Loyola University Chicago | Jan 2025 – Present
Summer Grounds Keeper
St. Simon Parish and School | Summer 2023, 2024
Lifeguard
Halas Recreation Center (Currently), Many Previous Locations | 2019– Present